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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
10K · 5K · Half · 15K
62–79°F · low rain risk
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2025
66–74°F
dry
2024
57–74°F
dry
2023
58–77°F
dry
2022
65–86°F
dry
2021
62–72°F
dry
2020
64–75°F
dry
2019
68–74°F
dry
2018
60–78°F
dry
2017
61–77°F
dry
2016
63–98°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
It's time for the Hot Pursuit 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!
Check-in and Start Time
- Check-in: 6:45-7:30AM for everyone
- Start: 7:30AM
Included in Registration
- Finisher Medals: custom finisher medals
- Goodie Bags: drawstring goodie bags
- Free Videos: free videos
- Live Results: live results the moment you finish
- Photos: free photos found by your bib
- Cinematic Highlights: cinematic race highlight reels
- Trophies: trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones
- Ranking: your Ascend Index ranking across every race
- Ascend Crew: to follow friends & chase their times
- App: FREE A Better World Running APP
- Snacks: assortment of snacks, samples
- Experience: friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience
Registration Info
- Group Discounts: Available for 5 or more people by emailing abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration.
Event Location
- Address: 5400 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90803 (off of 54th Place and Ocean Blvd.)
- Map: There is a photo of the map on the website -- www.abetterworldrunning.com
Course Details
- 5k: out and back route - 5k Route
- 10k: 2 x 5k loops
- 15k: 3 x 5k loops
- Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi loop - Half Marathon Route
Additional Information
- Strollers: Running/walking with a stroller is allowed.
- Time Limit: 3:15 time limit for the half marathon.
- Early Start: If more time is needed, please email abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start.
- Finishers: ALL finishers get a medal. All results will be posted after the event.
Official Updates
OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com
NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS
Website for Registration
You can register for the event at the following link: Register Here
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