5400 E Ocean Blvd, long beach CA
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Event Overview
It's time for our Spooky Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!
Event Details
- Check-in: 6:45-7:30 AM for everyone
- Start: 7:30 AM
- Date: 2026-10-03
- Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Included in Registration
- Custom finisher medals
- Drawstring goodie bags
- Free photos
- Free videos
Additional Benefits
- Results posted: on the website within 12-24 hours of the event
- Assortment of snacks: samples available
- Racing experience: friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal for all levels and abilities
- Affordability: fun for the whole family!
Group Discounts
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration.
Event Schedule
- Custom medals: for all finishers
- Goodie bags: available for all participants
- Free photos and videos: provided
- Results: posted with names and times on the website
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
Participant Guidelines
- Strollers: Running/walking with a stroller is allowed
- Time limit: 3:15 for the half marathon
- Early start: If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com
- Finishers' medals: All finishers get a medal
Post-Event Information
All results will be posted after the event on our website, usually the evening of the event at www.abetterworldrunning.com.
Free photos are posted on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/abetterworldrunning.
Important Notes
- Official times: will be posted on our website
- No refunds: policy in effect
- No bandits: please
- Relaxed experience: emphasis on fun and personal racing
Registration Link
Register for the race [here](https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=96926804).
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