Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Define Your Glow Half Marathon celebrates movement and resilience along the Long Beach waterfront.
Race Date
Jan 16, 2027
Location
Long Beach, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, January 16, 2027
- Location
- Long Beach, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Option - Any Distance
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Define Your Glow Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K offer a meaningful race experience along the scenic Long Beach waterfront. This event prioritizes personal achievement and community support, with a flat, out-and-back course that welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, and even dogs.
More than just a race, Define Your Glow is a celebration of resilience, inspired by the journey of founder Shannel, a run coach whose home was significantly damaged by flooding. The event aims to help rebuild her space, allowing her to continue her work in guiding others through movement and personal growth. A post-race Healing Expo provides an opportunity for further connection and celebration.
This event is designed for everyone, whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying a healthy morning outdoors. The flat course along the beach path is ideal for beginners and seasoned athletes alike, promising a strong sense of accomplishment and community spirit.
Race-provided description
✨ Define Your Glow 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Date: Saturday, January 16, 2027
📍 LongBeach – 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA ⏰ Race Start: 7:00 AM Half Marathon & 8:00 AM- 5K. 10K 🏃♀️ Run • Walk • Stroller Friendly • Dog Friendly • Virtual Option Available Some races are about finish times. This one is about showing up — for yourself and for someone else. Join us for the Define Your Glow Run + Healing Expo, a powerful morning on the Long Beach waterfront celebrating movement, resilience, and community. Whether you run, jog, walk, or participate virtually from anywhere in the world, this event is about the simple truth that movement helps us heal, reset, and reconnect with our strength. The course is a flat, scenic out-and-back along the beach path — perfect for beginners, walkers, experienced runners, families, and dogs. Come for the miles. Leave feeling stronger than when you arrived. 🌊 Why We Run This event supports Define Your Glow, helping restore the home of founder Shannel, a certified run coach, 4 time IRONMAN finishers, and wellness coach whose home suffered severe damage after 27,000 gallons of water flooded the property. Shanell has spent years helping others rebuild their strength — physically and emotionally — through movement and personal growth. Now our community is coming together to help rebuild her space so that healing work can continue. Your registration, donation, or virtual miles help make that possible. ✨ Healing Expo After the Race Stay after the run for the Healing Expo, featuring wellness vendors, recovery tools, and resources focused on physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Because the finish line is just the beginning. 🔥 What You Get ✔️ Professional chip timing ✔️ Free race day photos ✔️ Finisher medals ✔️ Overall & age group awards ✔️ Beachfront race vibes ✔️ Access to the Healing Expo ✔️ The chance to run for something bigger than yourself 💛 Run anywhere. Run together. Can’t make it to Long Beach? Register as a virtual runner and complete your miles from anywhere in the world. Every step counts. ✨ Come move. Come connect. Come define your glow. 🔗 Register at CaliFlowRuns.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, January 16, 2027
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, 90803
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 8 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 65°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
65°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?
The Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is held on Saturday, January 16, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs take place?
It takes place in Long Beach, California.
What distances does the Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Option - Any Distance.
Is the Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs course flat and good for a PR?
The Define Your Glow - New Year Reset 5K, 10K, Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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