ABWR Half Marathon - Seal Beach
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Independence Day 5k, 10k, 15k and Half Marathon : Long Beach
A Better World Running presents multiple distance options on the beach path in Belmont Shores, Long Beach, on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The course is an open, shared-use beach path with marked out-and-back loops. Runners should be courteous to other pedestrians, cyclists, and beach users.
Distances offered:
- 5k out and back route
- 10k two 5k loops
- 15k three 5k loops
- Half marathon three 4.36 mile loops
An aid station is located at the turnaround near the start/finish and supplies water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and gel packets. Included with registration are custom finisher medals, drawstring goodie bags, free photos and videos, posted results within 12 to 24 hours, and an assortment of snacks and samples. There is a three hour fifteen minute time limit for the half marathon; participants needing additional time should contact the organizer.
Registration can be completed via the organizer's PayPal option or through Active.com. Pricing varies by registration period with separate early bird, race month, and race day rates. Transfers are handled by the organizer and there is a no refund policy. Group discounts are available for five or more participants through the event organizer.
Event location: check in near 54th Place at the start of the Belmont Shores beach path, 5400 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
