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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
15K · 5K · 10K · Half
57–74°F · low rain risk
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2025
61–72°F
dry
2024
52–70°F
dry
2023
56–86°F
dry
2022
53–75°F
dry
2021
54–67°F
dry
2020
53–77°F
dry
2019
51–76°F
dry
2018
56–79°F
dry
2017
63–68°F
dry
2016
59–68°F
dry
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About this race
Happy Halloween 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Join us for our Happy Halloween 5k, 10k, 15k, and Half Marathon fun run/walk on October 31, 2026!
Event Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Check-in and Start Times
- Check-in: 6:30-7:30 AM for everyone
- Start: 7:30 AM
Included in Registration
- Medals: Custom finisher medals
- Goodies: Drawstring goodie bags
- Media: Free videos
- Results: Live results the moment you finish
- Photos: Free photos found by your bib
- Cinematic: Race highlight reels
- Trophies: Achievement badges as you hit milestones
- Ranking: Your Ascend Index ranking across every race
- Ascend Crew: Follow friends & chase their times
- App: FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos, and videos
- Refreshments: Assortment of snacks and samples
- Experience: Friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- Family Fun: Affordable cost and fun for the whole family
Group Discounts
Group discounts for 5 or more people are available by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.
Course Details
- 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
General 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 us at [email protected] for early start.
- Facilities: Numerous restrooms and water fountains along the course
Additional Notes
No refunds, no bandits.
Official times and places will be posted on our website: www.abetterworldrunning.com
Course map
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