Bee Happy Run – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon Logo

Bee Happy Run – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica CA

Saturday, May 17th, 2025

🌞 Race Overview

Running in the sun by the beach, what could bee better? We're buzzing about this race!

📍 Race Details

  • Start Location: 2000 Ocean Ave Santa Monica, CA US 90405
  • Parking: We recommend the paid parking lot near the start line. Parking ranges from $10 to $15 depending on the time of the year. If you arrive before the attendant is on duty, you can pay at the machine near the lot entrance. If you park on the street, please read all signs carefully.

🗓️ Event Schedule

  • 6:20am: Bib pick-up opens at the start
  • 7:00am: Half marathon start
  • 7:30am: 5k & 10k start
  • 10:20am: Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged in advance for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

🏃‍♂️ Out and Back Course

  • 5k & 10k: the 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) – route here
  • Half Marathon: a 4.37-mile route is used for the half. Runners do three laps – route here

📋 More About the Course

This is an out and back course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location.

Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you. Safety is must and all runners must stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path. The course never goes off the beach path.

On-course support: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way. Turns will be clearly marked with chalk, a sign that says runner turn, and a flag.

🎖️ 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.
  • Awards: 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, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule

Have Another Question?

Check our FAQ page, it's probably answered there!

Course Map

Coaching

Race Strong, Smart & Healthy with Online or In-Person Coaching!

Race Strong, Smart & Healthy with Online or In-Person Coaching!

Suggested Races

Red, White, and Zoom 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Long Beach, CA

Sunday, July 6th, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Red, White, and Zoom 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Red, White, and Zoom 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon logo

LASD SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION 5K RUN & ...

Los Angeles, CA

Saturday, April 26th, 2025

View details for race LASD SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION 5K RUN & WALK
LASD SUICIDE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION 5K RUN & WALK logo

Run for 9-1-1

Longbeach, CA

Saturday, June 21st, 2025

5K
View details for race Run for 9-1-1
Run for 9-1-1 logo

LBC Summer Breeze – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Mara...

Long Beach, CA

Saturday, July 19th, 2025

5K
10K
15K
Half
View details for race LBC Summer Breeze – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
LBC Summer Breeze – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon logo

VERDUGO MOUNTAINS 10K TRAIL RUN & HIKE

Glendale, CA

Sunday, May 4th, 2025

View details for race VERDUGO MOUNTAINS 10K TRAIL RUN & HIKE
VERDUGO MOUNTAINS 10K TRAIL RUN & HIKE logo

Just a Dash of Hocus Pocus 5K, 10K

Santa Monica, CA

Saturday, October 11th, 2025

5K
10K
View details for race Just a Dash of Hocus Pocus 5K, 10K
Just a Dash of Hocus Pocus 5K, 10K logo

Howlapalooza Under the Strawberry Moon – 5K, 10...

Long Beach, CA

Sunday, June 1st, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Howlapalooza Under the Strawberry Moon – 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Howlapalooza Under the Strawberry Moon – 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon logo

Bayshore 70.4 and Sprint Triathlon

Long Beach, CA

Saturday, March 7th, 2026

10K
View details for race Bayshore 70.4 and Sprint Triathlon
Bayshore  70.4 and Sprint Triathlon logo

Bee Happy -5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

Santa Monica, CA

Saturday, May 17th, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Bee Happy -5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Bee Happy  -5K, 10K, and Half Marathon logo

TacoNBeer5k--May 3, 2025

South El Monte, CA

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

5K
View details for race TacoNBeer5k--May 3, 2025
TacoNBeer5k--May 3, 2025 logo

Santa Monica Good Vibes 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

Santa Monica, CA

Saturday, July 26th, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Santa Monica Good Vibes 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Santa Monica Good Vibes 5K, 10K & Half Marathon logo

Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

Long beach, CA

Saturday, September 6th, 2025

5K
Half
15K
10K
View details for race Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon logo

Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run 1K & 5K

Long Beach, CA

Saturday, February 21st, 2026

5K
View details for race Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run 1K & 5K
Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run 1K & 5K logo

Beverly Hills Run of the Stars: 2025 THE FIFTH ...

Beverly Hills, CA

Sunday, October 19th, 2025

5K
View details for race Beverly Hills Run of the Stars: 2025 THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY
Beverly Hills Run of the Stars: 2025 THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY logo

Oh my Gourd - Falling for Miles 5K, 10K, & Half...

Long Beach, CA

Sunday, September 14th, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Oh my Gourd - Falling for Miles 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Oh my Gourd - Falling for Miles 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon logo

Viva la Vida - Día de los Muertos 5K, 10K, and ...

Long beach, CA

Sunday, November 2nd, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Viva la Vida - Día de los Muertos 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Viva la Vida - Día de los Muertos 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon logo

Venice Beach- Good Vibes 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

Venice Beach, CA

Saturday, July 12th, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race Venice Beach- Good Vibes 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
Venice Beach- Good Vibes 5K, 10K, Half Marathon logo

Sand and Sun Tropical Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and H...

Long Beach, CA

Sunday, July 13th, 2025

5K
10K
15K
Half
View details for race Sand and Sun Tropical Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Sand and Sun Tropical Run – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon logo

May the Fourth Be With You – 5K, 10K, and Half ...

Santa Monica, CA

Sunday, May 4th, 2025

5K
10K
Half
View details for race May the Fourth Be With You – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
May the Fourth Be With You – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon logo

Age of Aquarius Awakening Run - 5K, 10K,

Santa Monica, CA

Sunday, August 10th, 2025

5K
10K
View details for race Age of Aquarius Awakening Run - 5K, 10K,
Age of Aquarius Awakening Run -  5K, 10K, logo

© 2025 Find The Run. All rights reserved.