Run for the Rose Half Marathon
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Run for the Rose - 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
The Run for the Rose is a Mother's Day road race held on May 10, 2026 at Alamitos Beach in Long Beach, California. The event offers multiple distances and invites participants to run, jog, or walk with a mother figure.
Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
- 10 mile
- Half marathon
The course uses out-and-back segments along the beach path. The 5k route is one lap for the 5k and two laps for the 10k. The 10-mile distance uses a 5-mile route run twice. The half marathon combines two laps of the 5-mile route and one lap of the 5k route. The beach path is an open course; runners are asked to stay on the right side for pedestrians while cyclists use the left side.
On-course support includes a fully stocked water station and a finish-line aid station with water, electrolytes, gels, and fruit snacks. Each station has a first aid kit and crew members trained in CPR. Course turns are marked with chalk, signage, and flags.
Logistics: parking in the lot is paid by the hour with a listed rate of $2 per hour and street parking is free; half and 10-mile participants may use the Passport app for lot payment. Bibs should be worn on the front of the shirt. A gear check is available at the registration tent; participants should bring their own bag. All finishers receive a medal and overall first place male and female in each distance receive first place medals. Results and photos are distributed after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
