5400 E Ocean Blvd, long beach CA
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
🏃♂️ Kick Off the New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
It's time to Kick off the New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!
📅 Event Schedule
- Check-in: 7-7:30AM for everyone
- Start: 7:30AM
🎁 Included in Registration
- Custom Finisher Medals: All finishers will receive a medal.
- Goodie Bags: Drawstring goodie bags for participants.
- Free Photos: Free photos posted on our Facebook page after the event.
- Results: Posted on the website within 12-24 hours of the event.
🍏 Extras and Amenities
- Snacks: An assortment of snacks and samples will be available.
- Personal Experience: A friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities.
- Family Fun: Affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
- Stroller Friendly: Running/walking with a stroller is allowed.
📧 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 Map
- 10k: 2 x 5k loops.
- 15k: 3 x 5k loops.
- Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi loop View Map
⏳ Time Limits
3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for an early start.
🌐 Website and Results
All results will be posted after the event on our website usually the evening of the event at www.abetterworldrunning.com.
📸 Social Media
Free photos will be posted on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/abetterworldrunning.
⚠️ Policies
NO REFUNDS, NO BANDITS.
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