Strong Mind 5K 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Long Beach, California
- Entry fee
- From $40
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Mind 5K | 5K | Oct 4, 20268:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Sep 30.
Online registration closes Sep 30, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Long Beach runs 38:17, about 12:19 a mile, based on 65 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:45 and men in 34:23.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:48 AM, and the Strong Mind 5K starts at 8:00 AM.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Race details
- Where
- 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802Map
- Course
- Road
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 4, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Strong Mind 5K?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Sep 30, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802.
From the organizers
Strong Mind 5K 2026
📢 Important Update: The inaugural Strong Mind 5K has been rescheduled to Sunday, October 4th. All current registrations will remain valid for the new event date. Additional information regarding participant engagement opportunities on June 6th will be shared soon.
The Strong Mind 5K is a community run and walk dedicated to promoting mental wellness in athletics and raising awareness for the importance of mental health in sports and everyday life. Hosted by the National Association for Athletes’ Mental Health (NAAMH), this event brings together athletes, families, students, and supporters to celebrate resilience, strength, and the connection between mind and body.