Grievances & Gratitude Run – Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Grievances & Gratitude Run is a community running event held on Sunday, January 4 in Long Beach, CA. The event offers three distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
All participants receive a medal. The event includes an optional "Let Go and Affirmation" activity where participants can write down grievances to leave behind in burn or "goodbye" containers before the run. After the course, participants can collect a positive affirmation at a New Year Mantra Board. The organizer describes the event as combining physical activity with emotional wellness.
Logistics and course details
The race start location is 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803. The organizer states the courses are USATF-certified and open to runners, walkers, and strollers. Courses are shared with other beachgoers and users, and participants are asked to stay on the pedestrian side. The routes are marked and include water stations and restrooms. Street parking is free; parking machines charge $2.00 per hour. Volunteers earn a free race entry for each event they volunteer at. Free downloadable race-day photos will be available. Awards will be given to the top three men and top three women in each distance. Prices listed for registration include event fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.