ABWR Half Marathon - Seal Beach
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Spring Celebration 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
The Spring Celebration is an outdoor running event scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Long Beach. The race takes place on the beach path at Belmont Shores, with the main check-in and start area located near 54th Place and Ocean Boulevard. This event offers a variety of distances to accommodate different goals:
- 5 km (one out and back loop)
- 10 km (two 5 km loops)
- 15 km (three 5 km loops)
- Half marathon (three 4.36 mile loops)
The course is held on an open beach path, meaning participants share the space with other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists. The route consists of marked out and back loops. An aid station is positioned at the turnaround point near the start and finish area, providing water, Gatorade, and energy gels. The half marathon has a time limit of 3 hours and 15 minutes, though arrangements can be made via email for participants requiring an early start.
Registration includes several amenities such as a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, and access to free event photos. Results are typically posted to the website within 12 to 24 hours following the event. Participants also have access to various snacks and samples. For those driving to the event, free parking is available in the nearby residential area, or paid parking is available in a beach lot via a ticket machine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
