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Lighthouse Half Marathon

Sunday 24th May, 2026
Shoreline Aquatic Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802


All flat beachfront boardwalk / bike path course and USATF certified! CA23021TEB  

Live Race Day Results

All Runners Receive Over $100 Worth of Swag

Did someone say tacos? 

That's right we are proud to announce that all runners will be awarded a free plate of street tacos at post-race expo!  

 

And yes, you can buy more plates of tacos for $8 each.

 

Special note:  Friends and family can buy food tickets for $8 each.

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Lighthouse Half Marathon – Run the Waterfront

Welcome to the inaugural Shoreline Park Half Marathon in Long Beach, CA

USATF Certified Courses 

Half Marathon 7:00 am / 10k 7:15 am / 5k 7:30 am 

May 24, 2026

Starting Line: 

Shoreline Aquatic Park 

200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, Ca 90802
Grass area near the Lighthouse

Enjoy the stunning waterfront along the Shoreline Park boardwalk in Long Beach. You can see the stunning ocean along the course, including views of the Queen Mary. 
 

Very walker friendly courses, mostly flat, plenty of water stations, and loads of fun!  All levels of fitness are welcome at our events.  

Also a great, fast course for a new PR (personal record)!

All runners will receive: finisher medal, premium sublimated tech shirt, ​Re-usable tote bag  

Awards:  Top 3 overall M/F in each race - Special Award Top 3 each age group M/F - ALL RACE DISTANCES  

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"I’ve run dozens of races, but Elite Sports CA is by far the most organized. The course started right on time, the volunteers were amazing, and the medal is my favorite one yet!"

Jessica M. Half Marathon Finisher

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

No disposable cups at this event

At the Lighthouse Half Marathon, we’re committed to creating a race that’s great for runners, volunteers, and the planet. That’s why you won’t find disposable cups at our aid stations.

✅ Safety First


Going cup-free means fewer slippery hazards on the course, less litter, and a safer experience for everyone—both runners and volunteers.

🌿 Eco-Friendly Choice


In traditional races, over 60,000 single-use cups can end up as waste. At the Lighthouse Half Marathon, we’re protecting the shoreline, the ocean, and the community we all love by choosing a more sustainable, environmentally friendly approach.

🛍 Forgot Your Cup?

No problem! Reusable cups are available for just $3 at packet pickup or on race day at check-in.

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What is a USATF-Certified Course?

A USATF-certified course is a road race course whose distance has been certified for accuracy.

Courses must be certified for any road running performance to be accepted as a record or to be nationally ranked.  Furthermore, running a race on a certified course allows you to accurately compare your time to performances run on other certified courses because you can be sure the distances were the same. No one can truly establish a personal best if the course distance is not accurate.

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