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Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration logo

Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT

Location
Huntington Beach, CA
Bolsa Chica State Beach - Lot 25, 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy, 92649
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Who it's for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • For a Cause
  • Family Friendly

Great for: beginners, families

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Free
  • Medal
  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM PDT · From $43.40

    Opens Jun 22, 2025, 8:00 AM PDT · Closes Dec 6, 2025, 6:59 PM PST

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM PDT · From $43.40

    Opens Sep 2, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Dec 6, 2025, 6:59 PM PST

  • 10K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM PDT · From $48.70

    Opens Jun 22, 2025, 8:00 AM PDT · Closes Dec 6, 2025, 6:59 PM PST

+ 2 more options
  • 10K

    Sat, Apr 25, 8:00 AM PDT · From $48.70

    Opens Sep 2, 2025, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Dec 6, 2025, 6:59 PM PST

  • 400 Yards

    Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM PDT · From $22.20

    Opens Jun 22, 2025, 8:00 AM PDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 AM PDT

The course

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Flat road course

10K distance, mostly paved, flat area, often noticeable heat, cold, or wet spells

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Amigos De Bolsa Chica , in conjunction with Bolsa Chica State Beach is hosting a run/walk/beach cleanup for Earth Day!

🌎 Run for the Birds, Run for the Planet, Run for Earth Day At a local 5K/10K near you! Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Bolsa Chica State Beach — where every step makes a difference.

Run and walk along the beach on a flat, fast, and paved course with stunning ocean views. 🎉 FREE BEACH PARKING before 8:00 AM — races start sharp!

🏃‍♀️ Race Options: Plover Dash 5K Brown Pelican 10K Fuzzy Feathers Fun Run (for the kiddos) 5K Plogging (picking up litter while jogging) 10K Plogging Beach Clean Up with State Beach staff 🧢 What You Get: All registered participants in the 5K, 10K, and Plogging events receive:

🏅 Custom Commemorative Medal – designed exclusively for this Earth Day event 👕 Limited-Edition Race Shirt – beautifully designed by a local artist and featuring a new Bolsa Chica bird each year. These collectible commemorative shirts are more than swag — they’re wearable art that celebrates the spirit of the wetlands. 📸 Free Race Day Photos – downloadable & shareable with no hidden costs 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards ⏱️ Professional Chip Timing – results synced to Athlinks 🎪 Finish Line Festival – vendors, product samples, music & local community vibes

🎯 NOTE: 👉 Registrations made by March 16th will be guaranteed your requested shirt size. After that, shirt sizes will be first-come, first-served based on availability.

📍 Race Day Details: Location: Lot 25, Bolsa Chica State Beach Check-In Begins: 7:00 AM 5K & 10K Start: 8:00 AM Kids Fun Run: 9:00 AM

✅ FREE Beach Parking (arrive early!) 🚲 Bike Valet available near the start line 🎒 Gear Check Available Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run participants receive commemorative medals & special prizes.

✨ Bonus Highlights: 🌿 Environmental Impact – Proceeds benefit environmental education & leadership programs through Amigos de Bolsa Chica (501c3), protecting California’s coastal biodiversity. ♻️ Plogging Categories – Run and help clean the beach as you go! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Community Connection – Family-friendly, walker-welcoming, and volunteer-powered 🔬 Interactive Expo – Explore Bolsa Chica wetlands up close with microscopes, wildlife exhibits, and hands-on learning hosted by Amigos.

Celebrate Earth Day with purpose — and make your miles matter. 🌎💚 Sign up today, lock in your shirt size, and let’s run wild for a better planet.

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