Rare Strides 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

It's time for the Rare Strides 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon on Sunday, June 14th, 2026.  This event is a fundraiser for Rare Disease Advocates.

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Rare Disease Advocates (RDA) is a nonprofit organization founded by a diverse coalition of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and financial obstacles of individuals facing rare and complex diseases. RDA offers comprehensive financial support for those navigating complex healthcare journeys.

100% of RDA Rare Strides proceeds and donations go to directly support patients. For additional tax-deductible donation outside of the race registration, please donate on RDA's portal -- https://rarediseaseadvocates.org/donations/

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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! 

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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 - Sunday, June 14th, 2026​

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Race day registration - CC, Cash, ApplePay, Venmo, Zelle or PayPal -- 5k $30, 10k $35, 15k $40, half marathon $45

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Volunteer for a free race entry -- you can bring a friend or family member to volunteer while you participate, or volunteer for a future free entry.  Email here to confirm information -- abetterworldrunning@gmail.com

 

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

Google Maps -- https://maps.app.goo.gl/6opw2FWV3SA7TFBBA

 

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 or Passport Parking https://www.passportparking.com/ app zone 9372