About This Race
🐻❄️ Polar Bear Run
5K • 10K • Half Marathon📍 Long Beach, CA📅 January 18, 2026
Brace yourself for crisp air, cool miles, and that brrr-but-worth-it January energy. The Polar Bear Run is a winter tradition for runners who don’t hibernate — they layer up, show up, and earn their miles the cold way. ❄️
Cold mornings. Clear skies. Strong strides. This is winter running at its best.
❄️ What’s Included✔ Professional Chip Timing for accurate results📸 Free Race Photos – download and share your frosty finish🎖️ Finisher Medal for All Participants🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards💧 Three On-Course Water Stations🎉 Finish Line Party with music and high vibes
🧤 Who Can Participate?All are welcome — runners, walkers, stroller athletes, and all paces.Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing warmth at the finish line, this run is for you.
🕒 Bib Pick-Up & Start TimesBib Pick-Up/ Same Day Registration:6:00 AM – 7:30 AM📍 Race Ready Athletics Tent
Start Times:
🏁 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM🏁 5K & 10K – 7:30 AM
📍 Start Location5400 E Ocean BlvdLong Beach, CA 90803
🚗 Parking• Free street parking available• Beach lot parking available for $2.00 per hour (pay at machines)
🏆 AwardsTop 3 Overall Men & Women in each distance
🎤 Podium Ceremonies:
Overall Winners : 9:15 AM
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