It's time to celebrate Mother's Day weekend at the Happy Mother's Day 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon on Saturday, May 9th, 2026!

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This event is also supporting Fitsistership is a self-funded Pasifika health organization dedicated to providing resources, tools, and a fitness-centered community rooted in accountability, cultural connection, and holistic wellness.  Join us to celebrate women, honor mothers, and acknowledge the legacy we are building for future generations. This event also raises awareness about the importance of prioritizing our health and well-being as individuals and as a community.  Proceeds will directly support ongoing wellness programming, community events, and outreach initiatives led by Fitsistership.

Click here for more information on Fitsistership and how to join or support the organization.

Additional donations can also be sent directly to https://account.venmo.com/u/fitsistership.

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This is an open course.  Please be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists on the beach path.

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Course map: The course is super easy to follow.  It will consist of out and back loops on the beach path that will be marked.

* Aid station is at the turn around at the start/finish has water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, Gu gels.

 

* 5k out and back route  http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6508571

* 10k  2 x 5k loops

* 15k 3 x 5k loops 

* Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi loop: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=6508573

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Included in registration — 

- custom finisher medals

- drawstring goodie bags

- free photos & videos

- results posted on the website within 12-24 hours of event

- assortment of snacks, samples

- friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities 

- affordable cost and fun for the whole family! 

 

Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration.  (This is for Mother's Day at 7:30AM Start only.  Not for the Fitsistership Fundraiser).

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Transfers only by emailing abetterworldrunning@gmail.com requesting a later date or transferring to another participant.  There is a NO refund policy.

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3:15 time limit for the half marathon.  If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start.

 

Bib pick up -- 6:45-7:30AM 

Start - 7:30AM

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Date - Saturday, May 9th, 2026​​

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Race day registration - cash, card, ApplePay, Venmo, Zelle or PayPal 5k $35, 10k $40, 15k $45, half marathon $45

 

Address - 5400 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90803 (off of 54th Place and Ocean Blvd.) 

Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/UfTqRHkQZdbvfR5f9

 

Start Map - Please see images below

 

Parking -  Parking is free in the residential area.  There is beach parking lot that is paid in advance by ticket machine.