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Monday6:30 PMTuesday6:45 PM
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Long Beach Running Club
Long Beach, California
Long Beach Running Club brings runners together for group runs in the Long Beach area, preferably along the beach. Runs average 5 miles but can be shortened or lengthened depending on participant interest. The group focuses on socializing while maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
About This Club
Long Beach Running Club meets at Alamitos Beach on Monday evenings and Tuesday evenings, and the whole point is to run along the coast and hang out with people afterward. They say the focus is on socializing while staying active, so this is not a training group chasing splits. If you want a regular reason to get out on the beach and meet other local runners, this fits.
Who It Suits
This suits runners who want a consistent, low-pressure reason to run the coast and actually talk to people along the way. If you need structured speed work, a training plan, or a set pace group, this is probably not your spot.
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What a Run With Them Is Like
Runs go about 5 miles along beachfront and coastal routes, but they say the distance can be shortened or lengthened depending on who shows up and what people want that day. There is no set pace, so the group adjusts based on who is there. The ground is flat beach and coastal path, which is about as forgiving as it gets in Southern California.
Distance~5 miles typical
PaceNo specific pace stated; group runs are social and can be adjusted based on interest
TerrainBeachfront, Coastal routes
Post-runGroup focuses on socializing and meeting new friends while maintaining a healthy and fit lifestyle
Your First Run
Head to the corner of Shoreline Dr and Ocean Blvd - 500 E Shoreline Dr - on a Monday at 6:30 PM or a Tuesday at 6:45 PM. Since the pace and distance flex based on the group, showing up slower or less fit than you think everyone else is should not be an issue.
Coming alone is normal for a club like this, where meeting new people is literally the stated reason they run together. If you are unsure what to expect on a given week, check in with them before you show up, because the distance can vary.
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Upcoming Races in Long Beach
68 upcoming races in Long Beach. Having one on the calendar is the easiest way to turn a few group runs into a habit.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Dog Days of Summer - 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon Long Beach, CAFrom $15Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Tiki Time Run: Paradise Run 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon Long Beach, CAFrom $46Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Howl at the Moon - 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon Long Beach, CAFrom $45Details
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Common Questions About Long Beach Running Club
Do I have to run the full 5 miles?
No. They say the distance gets adjusted based on participant interest, so you can run less if that is what works for you that day.
Which day should I show up - Monday or Tuesday?
Pick whichever works for your schedule. Monday starts at 6:30 PM and Tuesday at 6:45 PM, both at the same spot on Shoreline Dr. They treat them as separate weekly options, not the same run twice.
Is there a cost or membership to join?
They do not mention any fee or sign-up requirement. Just show up at the meeting spot.
What pace does the group run?
They do not run to a specific pace. The group adjusts based on who is there, so it tends to move at a pace the people showing up that night can sustain together.
Can I add a run on a different day if neither Monday nor Tuesday works for me?
They say any member is free to add a run to the calendar to fit different schedules, so other days are possible beyond the two weekly options.
Where this comes from: Club details come from each club’s own channels (their site, Meetup, Strava and social posts) and are checked by hand. Group runs move, so confirm the meeting spot on the club’s latest post before you head out. Last updated July 2026.