ABWR Half Marathon - Van Nuys
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Summer Day 5k 10k 15k Half Marathon - Van Nuys
This event takes place on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at Woodley Park, Lake Balboa (6340 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406). It offers multiple race distances on an open, out-and-back course; participants should be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists.
Distances
- 5k (one loop)
- 10k (two loops)
- 15k (three loops)
- Half marathon (three 4.36 mile loops)
The course is easy to follow with one small hill about 0.6 miles from the start. Aid stations are available at every loop and provide water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels. The race uses looped courses for the shorter distances and the half marathon.
Registration items listed for entrants include custom finisher medals, drawstring goodie bags, free videos, live results at finish, free photos tied to bibs, cinematic highlight reels, trophies and achievement badges, an Ascend Index ranking and Ascend Crew features, and a companion app to track races, photos, and videos. Snacks and samples are provided. Group discounts are available through the organizer and some discounts are auto applied on the Race Ascend platform.
Additional notes: there is a 3 hour 15 minute time limit, transfers can be arranged by contacting the organizer, there is a no refund policy, bibs must be visible in front for photos and results, and pedestrians must use the tunnel rather than crossing Woodley Ave. Parking is available in nearby lots off Woodley Ave and Victory Blvd with overflow dirt parking near the golf course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
