Long Beach Race for Rare 5K Run & Walk
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Long Beach Race for Rare 5K Run & Walk Event
The Long Beach Race for Rare is a fundraising event held on October 10, 2026, at Granada Launch Ramp, 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803. The event raises money and awareness for the National MPS Society; proceeds benefit that organization. The program includes a beachside picnic with lunch included in registration fees, awards and a raffle. The event also supports team fundraising pages where teams can set goals and share donation links.
Multiple participation options are offered, including in-person and virtual formats. Virtual participants may complete the 5K at a location and time of their choosing prior to October 10 and may track distance in segments until the full distance is reached. Shirts are guaranteed for in-person and virtual runners who register by September 10. Registration fees vary by entry type.
Distances and main options:
- 5K Run - 5K
- 5K Walk - 1 Miles
- Virtual 5K - 3.1 Miles
- Picnic Only - no race distance
Fees listed for event entries include $35 for the 5K run, 5K walk, and virtual 5K, and $10 for picnic-only access. The event states statistics about rare diseases and the impact the organizer aims to address. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
