The Great American Pizza Run

Long Beach, United States • 20 Sep 2025

The Great American Pizza Run takes place in Long Beach, California, at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, offering multiple pizza-themed distances: 5K (The Fast Slice), 10K (The Deep Dish Dash), Half Marathon (The Full Pie Half), 1-Miler (The Cheesy Mile), and a Kids Dash (The Little Mozzarella Sprint). The course runs along a flat, scenic beach path on a car-free, pedestrian-friendly route, ideal for all speeds and ages. The event features a festive pizza atmosphere with a finish-line pizza party, music, games, a Best Dressed Pizza Costume Contest, and finisher medals. Chip-timed results, free race photos, stroller-friendly design, and a family-friendly vibe. Pizza is served at the finish, celebrating National Pepperoni Pizza Day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon: The Full Pie Half
10 km
10k: The Deep Dish Dash 10k
5 km
5k: The Fast Slice 5k
1-Miler: The Cheesy Mile
Kids Dash: The Little Mozzarella Sprint
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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