A Better World Running - Long Beach
DEC
5
2026
Holiday themed runs on the Long Beach Shoreline Path offering 5k, 10k, 15k and a half marathon with marked loops and finish amenities.
Sat 5 Dec 2026
Half Marathon
15 kilometers
10 kilometers
5 kilometers
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Season's Greetings 5k 10k 15k Half Marathon
Season's Greetings is a holiday-themed running event on the Long Beach Shoreline Path at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 in the Belmont Shores area. The course uses the beach path and consists of marked out-and-back loops; participants are asked to be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists.
Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
- 15k
- Half marathon
The course layout:
- Marked loops on the beach path with specified turnaround points.
- Aid station located at the turnaround near the start and finish providing water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels.
What registration includes:
- Custom finisher medals and drawstring goodie bags
- Free photos and videos, plus cinematic race highlight reels
- Live results available at finish and trophies and achievement badges for milestones
- Ascend Index ranking and Ascend Crew features, and a free A Better World Running app
- Assortment of snacks and product samples
- Age group awards available for pickup at the race only
Additional event notes:
- Group discounts apply automatically for three or more participants; larger group arrangements are available through the organizer.
- Volunteer opportunities can provide a free race entry.
- Transfers are allowed only by contacting the organizer; there is a no refund policy.
- The half marathon has a 3 hour 15 minute time limit.
- Parking details note free residential parking and paid beach lot parking via ticket machines or Passport Parking zone 9372.
Race day registration prices are listed for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
15 km
15k
10 km
10k
5 km