Oh the Places You'll Run – Half Marathon
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Event overview
The race takes place on February 28, 2026, at Alamitos Beach in Long Beach, CA (780 E Shoreline Dr). The event offers four distances: 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, and Half Marathon. Early bib pick-up is available at Sports Basement Long Beach. All finishers receive a finishing medal; overall first place medals are awarded to the top male and female in each distance. Race photos are provided free and results are emailed the day after the race.
Course and on-course support
Courses use out-and-back loops on the beach path. The 5K route is one lap for the 5K and two laps for the 10K. The 10-Miler uses a 5-mile loop twice. The Half Marathon runs the 5-mile loop twice plus the 5K route once. The beach path is an open course where pedestrians and cyclists use the same route; runners are asked to stay to the right for pedestrians and the left is for cyclists. A water station is located at Belmont Pier. The finish area includes an aid station with water, Gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks. Each station has a first aid kit and crew members have received CPR training. Turns are marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag.
Logistics
Parking in the lot is $2 per hour; street parking is free. Half and 10-Miler participants may use the Passport parking app. A gear check is available at the registration tent; participants should bring their own bag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
