Monster Dash Half Marathon - Long Beach
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Monster Dash Halloween - Long Beach
The Monster Dash Halloween race in Long Beach takes place on October 24, 2026 along the Long Beach shoreline at the Long Beach Shoreline Path, 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Belmont Shores, Long Beach, CA 90803. The event is organized by A Better World Running and offers multiple distance options on a flat, out-and-back beach path with marked loops.
Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
- 15k
- Half marathon
The 5k is an out-and-back route. The 10k is two 5k loops, the 15k is three 5k loops, and the half marathon uses three 4.36 mile loops. The course is an open course; participants should be courteous to pedestrians, runners, and cyclists. An aid station at the turnaround near the start/finish supplies water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and GU gels. A 3 hour 15 minute time limit applies to the half marathon; earlier starts may be available by request to the organizer.
Registration benefits listed by the organizer include a custom Halloween finisher medal, drawstring goodie bag, free photos and videos, live results at finish, trophies and achievement badges, age group awards to be picked up at the race, assorted snacks, and a free event app. Parking options include free residential parking and a paid beach lot with machine or app payment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
