Spring Equinox 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

🌸 Spring Equinox Race Overview

It's time for our Spring Equinox 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!!

Date: March 22, 2025

Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, 90803

Register: Click here to register

💖 Charity Support

• Partnering Organizations: ABWR has teamed up with two local charities to help with fire relief efforts.
• Proceeds: A portion of proceeds will go to California Community Foundation (link) and Pasadena Humane Society (link).

⏰ Event Schedule

• Check-in: 7:00 - 7:30 AM for everyone
• Start Time: 7:30 AM
• Half Marathon Cut-Off: 10:45 AM
• Early Start: Email abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start option.

📍 Race Location Details

Please check in at the tables closest to 54th Place, at the start of the beach path. NOT near Claremont Ave.

Use the Google Maps or Waze app for navigation. There is a photo of the map on the website: www.abetterworldrunning.com

🚻 Facilities and Amenities

• Carpool: Please plan on carpooling and getting there early to find parking and use the restroom.
• Restrooms: Bring toilet paper just in case as the beach restrooms are not always fully stocked early in the morning.
• Pacers and Crew: Welcome at any time, with numerous restrooms and water fountains along the course.
• Free Photos: Available on our Facebook page after the event.

🏅 Race Distances

• 5k: Out and back route link
• 10k: 2 x 5k loops
• 15k: 3 x 5k loops
• Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi loop link

🎖️ Finisher Benefits

• Finisher Medals: All finishers receive a medal.
• Goodie Bags: Everyone will get a goodie bag.
• Race Results: Posted on our website, usually the evening of the event.
• No Refunds: Please note that there are no refunds, no bandits.

😊 Experience

We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience! Official times and places will be posted on our website: www.abetterworldrunning.com