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Saturday, December 26th, 2026
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
15K · Half · 10K · 5K
48–64°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
57–61°F
rain
2024
48–62°F
dry
2023
49–63°F
dry
2022
51–77°F
dry
2021
47–57°F
rain
2020
48–66°F
dry
2019
45–53°F
rain
2018
46–61°F
dry
2017
48–64°F
dry
2016
43–60°F
dry
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About this race
Happy Holidays 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
It's time for the Happy Holidays 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!
Event Date and Location
- Date: 2026-12-26
- Check-in: 6:45-7:30AM
- Start: 7:30AM
- Address: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 (off of 54th Place and Ocean Blvd.)
Included in Registration
- Custom Finisher Medals:
- Drawstring Goodie Bags:
- Free Videos:
- Live Results: The moment you finish
Race Features
- Free Photos: Found by your bib
- Cinematic Race Highlight Reels:
- Trophies & Achievement Badges: As you hit milestones
- Ascend Index Ranking: Across every race
Additional Perks
- Ascend Crew: To follow friends & chase their times
- A Better World Running APP: To keep track of all your races, photos and videos
- Assortment of Snacks: Samples provided
- Family-Friendly: Affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group Discounts
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.
Half Marathon Details
- Cut Off: 10:45am
- Early Start: Option to start early to finish by 10:45am (please email for early start)
- Course: Running/walking with a stroller is allowed
- Time Limit: 3:15 time limit for the half marathon
Course Information
- 5k: Out and back route Link
- 10k: 2 x 5k loops
- 15k: 3 x 5k loops
- Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mile loop Link
Accessibility
Pacers and crew are welcome at any time. There are numerous restrooms and water fountains along the course.
Important Notes
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
Registration Link
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Dec 25 – 27, 2026.
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Run clubs near Long Beach to train with before race day.
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