The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Long Beach Sweethearts Run offers a Valentine's Day celebration with 5K, 10K, and half marathon options.
Race Date
Feb 14, 2027
Location
Long Beach, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, February 14, 2027
- Location
- Long Beach, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 19
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Long Beach Sweethearts Run transforms Granada Beach into a Valentine's Day celebration of movement and camaraderie. This event, first run in 2025, invites runners of all kinds—solo, couples, friends, and even furry companions—to share in the joy of race day.
Runners can choose from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, all taking place on a flat, paved course along the scenic beachfront. With professional chip timing and free race-day photos, participants can focus on their performance or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere. The event typically draws participants from around four states, highlighting its regional appeal.
The finish line at Granada Beach offers a lively celebration complete with snacks, music, and photo opportunities. All participants receive a special Valentine's-themed finisher medal, with awards also given for overall and age-group winners, and a fun costume contest. The race is stroller-friendly and welcomes walkers, making it an inclusive event for the whole community.
Race-provided description
❤️ The Long Beach Sweethearts Run – Love on the Run Sunday, February 14, 2027 | Long Beach, CA 5K • 10K • Half Marathon Celebrate love, friendship, and movement this Valentine’s Day at the Long Beach Sweethearts Run! Whether you’re running solo, with your sweetheart, your bestie, or your fur babe — this is your moment to shine with miles, smiles, and signature CaliFlow energy. 💘 🏁 Race Info 📍 Location: Granada Beach — 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 Race Day, Feb 14th – 5000 E Ocean Blvd Bib Pick Up - Runner Check In ⏰ 6:00 AM ⏰ 7:00 AM Half Marathon Start (Half Marathon Only) ⏰ 8:00 AM 5K 10K Start 🚗 Parking Street parking is free (check signs). Beach lot parking is $2/hour via the Passport App or kiosk. Best address:5000 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803 Granda/Rosie’s Dog Beach — you’ll see us near the lot entrance! 🏅 Medals & Awards ❤️ Valentine’s Finisher Medal for all participants 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards 🎭 Costume Contest: Prizes for best couple, solo, and group looks 💌 Race Highlights ✔️ Professional chip timing 📸 Free race-day photos 🎉 Finish-line celebration with snacks, music & photo ops 💧 3 on-course water stations + restrooms 👶 Stroller-friendly & walker-welcome 🐶 Dogs allowed — bring your fur bae 🎽 Vendor village + pre-race warmup 🍳 20% off food at Monty’s Dog Beach Café with your bib! 🌺 Why CaliFlow Runs? Because we’re not here for average. CaliFlow Runs hosts over 50+ races a year that are inclusive, low-cost, beginner-friendly, and full of joy. We bring people together through movement — no gatekeeping, no elitism, just community and good vibes. Whether you’re chasing a PR, pushing a stroller, or simply showing up for yourself — you belong here. ❤️ 💞 Who Can Participate? Everyone! Runners, walkers, stroller-pushers, solo heartbreakers, couples, besties, and four-legged friends. Show up as you are — and leave with your heart full. 📣 Final Word If it’s not CaliFlow… it’s just an average race. 💘 🔗 Check out all of our events: califlowruns.com
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, February 14, 2027
Start Time
7:00 AM
Start Location
5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, 90803
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
1 year running
~19 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 4 states
winner 1:36:01
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 19 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
19
Median time
2:30:12
Latest turnout
19
States
4
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Frequently asked
When is the The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?
The The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is held on Sunday, February 14, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs take place?
It takes place in Long Beach, California.
What distances does the The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.
Is the The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs course flat and good for a PR?
The The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?
HalfRuns has finish records for 19 runners who have completed the The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run - Valentine's 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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