ABWR Half Marathon - Seal Beach
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Fun in the Sun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
A Better World Running presents a multi-distance event on the Long Beach beach path in Belmont Shores. The course is an open, marked route consisting of out-and-back loops on the beach path. Participants are asked to be courteous to pedestrians, other runners, and cyclists.
Distances offered:
- 5k out and back route
- 10k as two 5k loops
- 15k as three 5k loops
- Half marathon as three 4.36 mile loops
An aid station at the turnaround near the start and finish provides water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels. Course maps are provided for the 5k and the half marathon loop. Registration includes a custom finisher medal, a drawstring goodie bag, free photos, posted results within 12 to 24 hours, and an assortment of snacks and samples.
Registration is available via Active.com or PayPal, with tiered pricing for early bird, race month, and race day registration. Race day payments may be accepted in cash, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal. Transfers are allowed only through the organizer and there is a no refund policy. The half marathon has a 3 hour 15 minute time limit; contact the organizer if additional time or an early start is needed.
The event location is at the start of the beach path near 54th Place, 5400 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90803. Residential street parking is free; a paid beach parking lot is also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.