A Better World Running - Long Beach
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Spring Equinox 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon : Long Beach
A Better World Running presents a Spring Equinox running event in Long Beach on March 21, 2027. The event uses the Belmont Shores / Shoreline Path along Ocean Boulevard and is organized as an open course; participants should be courteous to other path users.
The course is marked and follows out-and-back loops on the beach path. Distances offered:
- 5k out-and-back on the beach path
- 10k two 5k loops
- 15k three 5k loops
- Half marathon three 4.36 mile loops
An aid station at the turnaround near the start/finish provides water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels. There is a 3 hour 15 minute time limit for the half marathon; earlier starts can be arranged by contacting the organizer. Age group awards must be picked up at the race and will not be mailed.
Included with registration are custom finisher medals, drawstring goodie bags, free videos, live finish results, race photos located by bib, cinematic highlight reels, trophies and achievement badges, an Ascend Index ranking and the A Better World Running app. Snacks and samples are available. Race day registration accepts card, cash, Apple Pay, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal. Parking is free in nearby residential areas; paid beach parking is available by ticket machine or parking app (zone 9372).
Address: 5400 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803, Belmont Shores. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
