Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Long Beach's Beach Fun Half Marathon offers a relaxed, scenic coastal run with family-friendly perks.
Race Date
Sep 13, 2026
Location
long beach, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 13, 2026
- Location
- long beach, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 18
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Beach Fun Half Marathon in Long Beach, California, promises a relaxed and personal racing experience along the coast. This event, first run in 2022, offers a flat, paved course that is ideal for runners seeking a straightforward race day.
The half marathon features a 3 x 4.36-mile loop format, with the 5k, 10k, and 15k distances utilizing variations of 5k loops. The course runs along the Long Beach path in Belmont Shores, with readily available restrooms and water fountains. A 3:15 time limit accommodates a wide range of participants.
Registration includes custom finisher medals, goodie bags, free photos and videos, and post-race snacks. The event emphasizes affordability and a fun atmosphere for all levels, including stroller-friendly options. Results are posted online within 12-24 hours.
Race-provided description
It's time for our Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!! Sunday, September 13th, 2026 Check-in - 7-7:30AM for everyone Start - 7:30AM Included in registration — - custom finisher medals - drawstring goodie bags - free photos - free videos - results posted on the website within 12-24 hours of event - assortment of snacks, samples - friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities - affordable cost and fun for the whole family! Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration. Event details and scheduleAddress - * Please check in at the tables closest to 54th Place, at the start of the beach path. NOT near Claremont Ave. Long Beach path in Belmont Shores -- 5400 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90803 (off of 54th Place and Ocean Blvd.) There is a photo of the map on the website -- www.abetterworldrunning.com All the participants will have their results posted with their names and times. And FREE pictures for everyone posted on our facebook page after the event! Pacers and crew are welcome at any time. There are numerous restrooms and water fountains along the course. * 5k out and back route http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6508571 * 10k 2 x 5k loops * 15k 3 x 5k loops * Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi loop: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6508573 Running/walking with a stroller is allowed. 3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start. ALL finishers get a medal. All results will be posted after the event on our website usually the evening of the event on www.abetterworldrunning.com Free photos are posted on our facebook page -- www.facebook.com/abetterworldrunning We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience! OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
1 year running
~18 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
limited extras
runners from 1 state
winner 1:44:13
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
79%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 18 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2022
Total finishers
18
Median time
2:33:10
Latest turnout
18
States
1
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon?
The Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon is held on Sunday, September 13, 2026, starting at 11:07 AM.
Where does the Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in long beach, California.
What distances does the Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 18 runners who have completed the Beach Fun 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon.
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