

Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
Ring Out the Old offers a flat, fast loop through Encino's Woodley Park to celebrate the year's end.
Race Date
Dec 26, 2026
Location
Encino, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 26, 2026
- Location
- Encino, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 111
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ring Out the Old race series in Encino, California, provides a straightforward, flat course for runners looking to close out the year. The half marathon, 10K, and 5K all take place within Woodley Park, utilizing paved paths, grass, and an underpass.
The course is designed as a loop, with the half marathon completing two full loops of the park and one loop of the 10K route. With minimal elevation gain and loss, the course is a prime candidate for setting personal bests. Aid stations are strategically placed along the route, and a final aid station at the finish line is stocked with refreshments.
This event is timed to allow participants to 'ring out the old' and welcome the new year, with a generous course closure time of 3 hours and 20 minutes for the half marathon and 10K, accommodating a wide range of runners. Early starts can be arranged for half marathoners by request.
Race-provided description
Join us for the celebratory Ring out the Old race and let's kick 2026 to the curb together! Race Details Location: Woodley Park, 6076 Woodley Ave, Encino, CA Parking: Free parking in the lot; more is available on Woodley Ave Event Schedule 6:20am – Bib pick-up opens 7:00am – Half marathon & 10k start 7:30am – 5k start 7:35am – Registration & start line close 10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10k) Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards. Courses (rain routes) 5k route: Runners do one loops around the lake – route here 10k route: Runners do two loops around the lake with a little extra – route here Half Marathon: Route is around the park, done twice and then one of the 10k route loops – route here More about the Course The race routes go across the grass, under the road through a tunnel, and enter the Lake Balboa Park area. Route will be finalized week of race, rain-pending Our courses are on open paths so please be considerate of other park users! On-Course Support Multiple water stations are located along the routes. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and other snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk and runner turn signs Final Details Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics! Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag. Medals: All runners receive a finishing medal. 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free! Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, Santa Monica, San Diego, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 26, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Start Location
6076 Woodley Avenue, Encino, CA, 91316
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
2 other maps for this race
Quality Score
3 years running
~44 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
5 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 3 states
winner 1:26:22
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
47°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.3"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 111 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
111
Median time
2:09:38
Latest turnout
28
States
14
Turnout by year
2023–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon?
The Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon is held on Saturday, December 26, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Encino, California.
What distances does the Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 111 runners who have completed the Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon.
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