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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
5K · Half · 10K · 15K
58–77°F · low rain risk
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2025
59–75°F
dry
2024
57–77°F
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2023
57–72°F
dry
2022
54–76°F
dry
2021
56–68°F
dry
2020
64–70°F
dry
2019
61–95°F
dry
2018
59–73°F
dry
2017
72–102°F
dry
2016
61–74°F
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About this race
Monster Dash Race Overview
It's time for our Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!
Event Schedule
- Check-in: 6:45-7:30AM for everyone
- Start: 7:30AM
Included in Registration
- Medals: Custom finisher medals
- Goodie Bags: Drawstring goodie bags
- Photos: Free photos found by your bib
- Videos: Free videos and cinematic race highlight reels
Race Features
- Achievements: Trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones
- Results: Live results the moment you finish
- Ascend Index: Ascend Index ranking across every race
- Community: Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
Race Support and Extras
- App: FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- Snacks: Assortment of snacks and samples
- Experience: Friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience
- Family: Affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group Discounts
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration.
Course Information
- 5k: Out and back route View Route
- 10k: 2 x 5k loops
- 15k: 3 x 5k loops
- Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi loop: View Route
Additional Information
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 an early start.
Event Details
All participants will have their results posted with their names and times. 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.
Official Information
OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com
NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS
Race Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA.
Get Your Tickets
Register here for the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon on 2026-10-24.
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