What to Know About the Manhattan Beach Grand Prix 2026

The Manhattan Beach Grand Prix 2026 is right around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting community events of the summer. Now in its 63rd year, this beloved Southern California tradition will take place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, just steps from the beach at Live Oak Park in Manhattan Beach.

Whether you’re a competitive cyclist, a weekend jogger, or just looking for a fun day out with the family, the 2026 Chevron Manhattan Beach Grand Prix has something for everyone.

Event Highlights

This year’s event features a full schedule of high-energy races and community activities, including:

• Elite Men’s and Women’s Races: Watch top cyclists from across the country compete at a professional level.

• Amateur Races: Open to all ages and skill levels, these races let local athletes join the action.

• Kids’ Fun Races: A crowd favorite, these are a great way to get the little ones involved.

• Manhattan Mile: A fast-paced running race that winds through the beachside streets.

In addition to the races, the event will include a Kids’ Zone with games and entertainment, as well as vendor booths offering food, giveaways, and local services.

When and Where

• Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026

• Location: Adjacent to Live Oak Park, Manhattan Beach, CA

• Time: From 6 AM to 6 PM

• Spectator Entry: Free

Registration Details

If you’re planning to race, make sure to register online by Friday, July 10 at 10:00 PM PT. Spots fill up quickly, so don’t wait until the last minute.

Kids' Races at the Manhattan Beach Grand Prix

This will be our fourth year sponsoring the Kids' Races at the MBGP! If you've got a two-year-old on a balance bike or a twelve-year-old ready to really race, the Manhattan Beach Grand Prix Kids' Races are worth building your morning around. They're open to all kids ages 2–14, spectator admission is free, and fair warning, they're more fun to watch than you'd expect.

Here's what you need to know before race day.

Getting a ticket
Tickets aren't just entry, each one comes with a race number, a souvenir T-shirt, a goodie bag, and a medal your racer takes home the moment they cross the finish line. Beginner rule: don't wait. These sell out before race day every year.

What to bring
Racers use their own bikes and helmets, training wheels, balance bikes, and tricycles are all welcome. There's no "right" bike here, just whatever your kid already knows how to ride.

How the heats work
Kids race in heats grouped by age, gender, and bike type, so a heat is usually just one age group within one gender (three-year-old girls on trikes, for example). Distances are short and age-appropriate: 60 yards for ages 2–6, and 185 yards for ages 7–12.

Check-in and timing
The Kids' Zone opens at 8:30 a.m., and the pro races kick things off at 7:00 a.m. with local vendors and exhibits already going. Los Angeles County residents note: getting there early isn't just about avoiding a rush, it's genuinely part of the fun, so plan to make a morning of it rather than rolling in right before your kid's heat.

Plan to check in at the Kids' Races booth near the Kids' Zone by 10:30 a.m. at the latest. From there:

• Ages 2–6: Arrive at the staging area by 11:30 a.m. Races start around 12:00 p.m.
• Ages 7–12: Arrive at the staging area by 12:00 p.m. Races start around 12:30 p.m.

In staging, park bikes on the marked lines and let your kids wander the area while they wait for their heat, it's low-key, and that's the point.

Visit the Greenspan Realty Booth

We’ll be at our booth right behind the start/finish line along The Greenbelt with free cookies, popsicles for the kids (after their race is done), and coffee from local favorite Gitana. Swing by and say hi, grab a treat, and feel free to ask us any real estate-related questions.