EVENT SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
7:30 - 8:45AM
beach mile PACKET PICK-UP
Bring your confirmation email with your unique QR code (to be sent September 11th) and your ID to expedite the pick-up process.
9:00AM
beach mile start
Location: On the sand adjacent to Huntington Beach Pier (PCH & Main Street)
Location: Huntington Beach Pier Plaza Parking Lot All Beach Mile participants 21+ can enjoy a post-race beer in the Beer Garden. Please bring your ID if you’d like to enjoy a beverage. All Sunday participants 21+ visiting the Race Expo can claim a free beer on Saturday in the Beer Garden during Beer Garden hours. Last call at 4:15pm
9:30am – 4:30pm
Michelob ULTRA Beer Garden
10:00am – 5:00pm
10 MILER, 10K, 5K PACKET PICK-UP
Packet Pick-up for 5K, 10K, and 10 Miler participants. Location: Huntington Beach Pier Plaza Parking Lot
10 miler start
7:15AM
10k start
8:00AM
5k start
7:30am – 10:30am
MICHELOB ULTRA BEER GARDEN
6:30AM
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
Location: Pacific Coast Highway & Main Steet
Location: Pacific Coast Highway & Main Steet
Location: Pacific Coast Highway & Main Steet
Location: Huntington Beach Pier Plaza Parking Lot . All 5K, 10K, and 10 Miler participants 21+ can enjoy a post-race beer in the Beer Garden. Please bring your ID if you would like to enjoy a beverage. Last call at 10:15am.
Location: Huntington Beach Pier Plaza Parking Lot All Beach Mile participants 21+ can enjoy a post-race beer in the Beer Garden. Please bring your ID if you’d like to enjoy a beverage. All Sunday participants 21+ visiting the Race Expo can claim a free beer on Saturday in the Beer Garden during Beer Garden hours. Last call at 4:15pm
PACKET PICK-UP
All participants are required to pick up their race packets at the Race Expo which is free and open to the public. Participants will pick up their race bib, event shirt, race tote bag, and other goodies.
PACKET PICK-UP FAQ'S
Beach Mile participants may pick up on Race Day for no extra fee.
10-Miler, 10K & 5K participants are required to pick up their race bib during Packet Pick-up unless you have pre-purchased race day packet pick-up. Race day packet pick-up instructions will be emailed on Thursday, September 11th for those that purchased this service. Click the button below to add on race day packet pick-up to your entry.”
Bring your confirmation email with your unique QR code (to be sent September 11th) and your ID to expedite the pick-up process.
Yes, please send your proxy with a copy of driver's license (digital picture is OK) and your confirmation email to expedite the pick-up process. Confirmation emails are sent the day before the Race Expo. Proxies may only pick up packets for up to 3 people.
Yes, you may switch distances, if there is still capacity.Please email info@surfcity10.comto switch distances prior to Thursday, September 11th otherwise please visit the Solutions Table at the Race Expo to make this request.
Join hundreds of runners and run a mile in the famous sands of Huntington Beach. With the Pier looming large in the background, get your feet a little sandy as you take on the challenge of running one mile in the sand!
Adjacent to Huntington Beach Pier - On the Sand
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
START 9:00AM
BEACH MILE FAQ'S
Sorry, there is no Gear Check available for the Beach Mile. Participants may pick up their race visor after the race.
There are no awards for the top finishers of the Beach Mile, however every finisher will receive a finisher medal upon completion of the race!
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Participants who join us for the Beach Mile, and any distance on Sunday, will receive an additional medal, the Hang 10 Challege Medal! Don’t forget to pick up your special medal on Sunday at the Hang 10 Booth!
All Beach Mile participants, 21 years of age and older, will receive a complimentary beverage in the Michelob ULTRA Beer Garden after their race. Participants can choose from Michelob ULTRA, ULTRA Zero, ULTRA Seltzer, or Kona Big Wave beer. Additional beers will be available for purchase for $5 with all proceeds supporting Ainsley’s Angels.
There are multiple parking lots within easy walking distance of the start/finish line of the Beach Mile. The suggested parking lots are listed below. Parking rates are subject to change at any time and are set by individual lot operators, not the race organizers.
Main Promenade Parking Structure (200 Main Street, Huntington Beach)
First 90 minutes free, after 90 minutes, $1 each 20 minutes, $15 max daily
Plaza Almeria Parking Structure (301 Main Street, Huntington Beach)
$1 per 20 minutes, $15 max daily
5th & PCH Parking (146 Sixth Street, Huntington Beach)
First 2 hours, $2, after 2 hours, $2 per 20 minutes, $18 max daily
Intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
10 MILER START TIME | 6:30AM
10K START TIME | 7:15AM
5K START TIME | 8:00AM
5K, 10K, 10 MILER
5K, 10K, 10 MILER FAQs
Opens at 5:30am – All items must be picked up before 10:30am
Gear Check will be available for all Sunday participants. Gear Check will be in the parking lots adjacent to Huntington Beach Pier Plaza, just below the Race Expo. Gear Check will remain in the same location throughout the duration of the race.
Clear gear check bags will be provided at bib pick-up. All items must be placed in this clear bag.
Please find the locations of the aid stations along each of the three courses listed below. Water and Gatorade (Lemon Lime) electrolytes will be provided at the stations listed below.
10 Miler
Stations: Miles 2.2, 4, 6.1, 7.8, 8.9
10K
Stations: Miles 2.2, 4. 5.1
5K
Stations: Mile 2
Honey Stinger Energy Chews (Fruit Smoothie and Citrus Splash) will also be provided on the 10 Miler course at the aid station at Mile 6.1.
10 Miler: Pace groups from A Snail’s Pace will be available with the following minutes per mile pace times:
7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, and 12:00.
5K All 5K participants must complete the race in under 75 minutes.
10K All 10K participants must complete the race in under 2 hours.
10 Miler All 10 Miler participants must finish the race in under 3 hours to stay on closed streets.
*Participants falling behind these paces will be moved ahead by race staff to finish the race.
Overall: The top 3 male and female finishers will receive an overall award.
Age Group: Top 3 Male and Female finishers in each age group will receive an award
If you place 1st in your age group, you will receive additional information on how to receive your age group award towards the end of September. If you place 2nd or 3rd in your age group, your award will be shipped upon request, by emailing: info@surfcity10.com.
All 5K, 10K, and 10 Milerparticipants, 21 years of age and older, will receive a complimentary beverage in the Michelob ULTRA Beer Garden after their race. Participants can choose from Michelob ULTRA, ULTRA Zero, ULTRA Seltzer, or Kona Big Wave beer. Additional beers will be available for purchase for $5 with all proceeds supporting Ainsley’s Angels.
Getting to the start
Reminder: Make sure you leave ample time to get to the start on race day morning.
Anticipate heavy traffic and be aware of road closures including Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) which will be closed from Warner Ave to Beach Blvd. Multiple parking lots are available near the Start/Finish Lines. Please plan accordingly, noting that those participating in the 10K and 5K might need to plan to park slightly further if parking closer to the Start/Finish Line has filled up
Race Day Parking
There are multiple parking lots within easy walking distance of the start/finish line of Surf City 10. The suggested parking lots are listed below. Parking rates are subject to change at any time and are set by individual lot operators, not the race organizers.
Main Promenade Parking Structure (200 Main Street, Huntington Beach)
First 90 minutes free, after 90 minutes, $1 each 20 minutes, $15 max daily
Pacific City Parking (access via Pacific View Ave between 1st Street & Huntington Ave)
$2 per 15 minutes, $40 max daily
Plaza Almeria Parking Structure (301 Main Street, Huntington Beach)
$1 per 20 minutes, $15 max daily
5th & PCH Parking (146 Sixth Street, Huntington Beach)
First 2 hours, $2, after 2 hours, $2 per 20 minutes, $18 max daily
Beach Parking Lot (off Pacific Coast Highway, enter at Beach Blvd ONLY (access will be prohibited by law enforcement at Huntington Street and 1st Street across PCH)
$15 daily
There are multiple parking lots within easy walking distance of the start/finish line of the Beach Mile. The suggested parking lots are listed below. Parking rates are subject to change at any time and are set by individual lot operators, not the race organizers.
Main Promenade Parking Structure (200 Main Street, Huntington Beach)
First 90 minutes free, after 90 minutes, $1 each 20 minutes, $15 max daily
Plaza Almeria Parking Structure (301 Main Street, Huntington Beach)
$1 per 20 minutes, $15 max daily
5th & PCH Parking (146 Sixth Street, Huntington Beach)
First 2 hours, $2, after 2 hours, $2 per 20 minutes, $18 max daily
FROM THE NORTH – DRIVING SOUTH on 405 Exit at Beach Blvd and travel south toward the beach For Main Street lots: from Beach Blvd, turn right onto Atlanta Ave to access Main Street area For Beach lot: continue on Beach Blvd to Pacific Coast Highway to enter lot
FROM THE SOUTH – DRIVING NORTH on 405 Exit at Beach Blvd and travel south toward the beach For Main Street lots: from Beach Blvd, turn right onto Atlanta Ave to access Main Street area For Beach lot: continue on Beach Blvd to Pacific Coast Highway to enter lot
FROM THE NORTH – DRIVING SOUTH on PCH Turn left (inland) at Warner Ave. Follow Warner Ave toward Beach Blvd. Turn right (south toward the beach) and follow Beach Blvd toward the beach For Main Street lots: from Beach Blvd, turn right onto Atlanta Ave to access Main Street area For Beach lot: continue on Beach Blvd to Pacific Coast Highway to enter lot
FROM THE SOUTH – DRIVING NORTH on PCH For Main Street lots: Turn right on Huntington Ave and left on Pacific View Ave to access Main Street area For Beach lot: turn left from PCH at Beach Blvd to enter lot
Bike Parking will not be provided on race day at Huntington Beach Pier Plaza however, participants planning on riding their bicycles are welcome to use bike racks found along the beach path or in Downtown Huntington Beach. Please do not lock your bike on the bike rack that forms the start and finish chutes on Pacific Coast Highway.
Pacers
10 Miler: Pace groups from A Snail’s Pace will be available with the following minutes per mile pace times:
7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, and 12:00.
Finish line festival
Sunday, September 14th
7:30am – 10:30am
All participants, 21 years of age and older, are eligible to receive (1) complimentary beverage on Sunday in the Michelob ULTRA Beer Garden.
Choose between:
Michelob ULTRA, ULTRA Zero, ULTRA Seltzer, or Kona Big Wave beer.
Post-Race FAQ'S
Those that are 21 years of age and older and plan on visiting the Beer Garden must present their ID at the ID check tent to obtain a wristband prior to entering the beer garden. Per the rules of our event permit, you must pick up your wristband on the day you plan to enter the beer garden – you cannot pick up a wristband on Saturday to be used on Sunday.
Additional beverages can be purchased in the Beer Garden for $5 with proceeds going to Ainsley's Angels to support their quest to build awareness about the importance of inclusion, through action, while transforming populations into all-inclusive communities.
To continue our support of Ainsley’s Angels, participants will only be able to collect one complimentary beer on Saturday and/or Sunday and will not be able to combine beers to collect more than (1) complimentary beer on either day. Per the rules of our event permit, patrons in the Beer Garden will be limited to a maximum of 3 beverages per day.
FINISHERPIX
Make sure to wear your bib on the front of your body and bring your best smile to race day! FinisherPix will be on course capturing you in action. Click below to register your email to be notified when your photos are ready after the race.
Commemorate your race
OFFICIAL MERCH
Pre-order your official merchandise before visiting the race expo to secure your size! Items are sure to sell out, be sure to
secure yours today!
Official Merchandise will be available for pick up when you arrive at the expo up on Saturday, July 19th or on race day Sunday, July 20th.
Please use code N2S25 to remove the shipping fee.
REGISTER FOR 2026
Register on-site for the 2026 Surf City 10. By registering on-site you can expect to receive the absolute LOWEST pricing for the event which is only available at the 2025 Race Expo! Visit the Surf City 10 marketing booth in the event expo to secure your spot!
Keep an eye on your inbox for your super early bird offer!
EXPERIENCE SURF CITY, USA
Surf City USA’s 10 miles of wide open sandy beaches make it a paradise for families, couples, dogs, and surfers. Our endless summer weather offers relaxation, things to do, and oceanfront dining year-round. Some visitors' favorites include biking, beach bonfire pits, kayaking, and of course, the iconic Huntington Beach Pier spanning 1,850 feet / 0.56 kilometers in length.
Our pier sits in the heart of Huntington Beach and allows visitors to experience breathtaking views amidst the sounds of crashing waves and the ocean breeze. Explore Huntington Beach by checking out the Things To Do list on Visit Huntington Beach’s website.
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