Chase the Falling Stars - Quadrantid Meteor Shower 5K 10K & Half Marathon

🌟 Race Overview

• Date: January 3, 2026
• Location: 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
• Event: 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
• Website: Chase the Falling Stars

🏅 Finisher Benefits

• Medal: All finishers receive a medal
• Photos: Free race day photos
• Snacks: Yummy finish-line snacks

✨ Event Highlights

• Celestial Experience: Run beneath a sky filled with shooting stars
• Breathtaking Views: Enjoy stunning beach scenery
• Positive Energy: Get inspired by a vibrant atmosphere
• Community Spirit: Celebrate health, wellness, and camaraderie

🤗 Who Can Participate?

• Inclusivity: Everyone is welcome
• Participants: Runners, walkers, and strollers
• Community-Driven: An event for all ages and abilities

🏖️ Course Information

• Shared Path: Open courses with runners, walkers, and beachgoers
• Safety First: Stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path
• Well-Marked: Course markings and route guidance available
• Amenities: Water stations and restrooms along the way

🕖 Bib Pick-Up and Start Times

• Bib Pick-Up: 6:15 AM - 7:35 AM at Race Ready Athletics Tent
• Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM
• 5K & 10K Start: 7:30 AM

🚗 Parking Information

• Street Parking: Available, check signs for street sweeping
• Paid Lot: Recommended for convenience, $10 - $12
• Payment: Pay at machine if arriving before attendant

🏆 Awards

• Medals: Top 3 men and women in each distance receive a medal
• 5K/10K Ceremony: Podium awards at 8:45 AM
• Half Marathon Ceremony: Podium awards at 9:30 AM