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Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot

Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot

The Wrigley River Run offers a fast, flat course through Long Beach, benefiting local youth.

Race Date

Jun 6, 2026

Location

Long Beach, CA

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Location
Long Beach, California
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10 Miles, 10K, 5K, 1K, 300 Yards, Virtual
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
68

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local Community

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Wrigley River Run is the Long Beach Neighborhood Foundation’s signature event, designed to foster community involvement and healthy living. This race, now in its third year, typically attracts runners from across the region, with approximately 29% returning for subsequent editions.

The course is a flat, paved loop, ideal for runners seeking a personal best. The event is held in Long Beach, California, with typical race-day temperatures ranging from 59-70°F, promising pleasant running conditions.

Funds raised from the Wrigley River Run directly support youth organizations and scholarships in Long Beach and its surrounding communities, adding a layer of purpose to the race day experience.

Race-provided description

Visit www.wrigleyriverrun.com for full event information. The start/finish, expo area and bib pick up will be located in the parking lot of Westland Real Estate Group/Long Beach Beer Lab, at 520 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90806. There is special pricing of only $10 for youth 17 & under who want to do the 5k or the 10k. The Half Combo is a total of 13.1 miles and includes a 5k and 10 Mile Entry. You will receive a half marathon time as well as a time in each event. You will also receive a bonus medal. There are no age group awards for the Half Combo. If you have a group of 6 or more contact us about your options for a group discount. The Wrigley River Run is the Long Beach Neighborhood Foundation’s signature event and is designed to promote community involvement, education, tolerance, and a healthy non-violent lifestyle.  All funds generated from the event are used to benefit youth organizations and scholarships in Long Beach and surrounding communities.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

520 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA, 90806

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Urban

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

10 Miles10K5K1K300 YardsVirtual

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage6/20

3 years running

Size7/15

~28 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

29% returning runners

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:12:01

Weather5/10

typical high 70°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

59°

Afternoon (High)

70°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.0"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

77%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 68 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

68

Median time

2:10:09

Latest turnout

28

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:003:15

Turnout by year

20232025

'23'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot?

The Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot take place?

It takes place in Long Beach, California.

What distances does the Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10 Miles, 10K, 5K, 1K, 300 Yards, Virtual.

Is the Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot course flat and good for a PR?

The Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot?

HalfRuns has finish records for 68 runners who have completed the Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot.

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