Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Monster Dash Long Beach offers a friendly, affordable race experience with custom medals and free photos.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
long beach, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- long beach, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 52
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Monster Dash series in Long Beach, California, provides a welcoming and accessible racing environment for participants of all levels. With events ranging from 5k to a half marathon, the series emphasizes fun and affordability for the whole family.
Runners can expect custom finisher medals, drawstring goodie bags, and complimentary photos and videos to commemorate their achievement. The race organizers aim for a relaxed, personal experience, with results posted online within 24 hours. The half marathon has a 3:15 time limit, with options for early starts if needed.
This event is designed to be inclusive, allowing strollers and welcoming pacers and crew. The course features numerous restrooms and water fountains, ensuring a comfortable race day. The series has seen growth in recent editions, indicating increasing popularity.
Race-provided description
It's time for our Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!! Check-in - 6:45-7:30AM for everyone Start - 7:30AM Included in registration — - custom finisher medals - drawstring goodie bags - free photos - free 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 [email protected] for group registration. Event details and scheduleCustom medals for all finishers! Goodie bags! Free photos and videos! All the participants will have their results posted with their names and times. And FREE pictures for everyone posted on our facebook page after the event! Pacers and crew are welcome at any time. There are numerous restrooms and water fountains along the course. * 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 Running/walking with a stroller is allowed. 3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us at [email protected] for early start. ALL finishers get a medal. All results will be posted after the event on our website usually the evening of the event on www.abetterworldrunning.com Free photos are posted on our facebook page -- www.facebook.com/abetterworldrunning We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience! OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
2 years running
~26 finishers a year
small race — neutral
8% returning runners
limited extras
runners from 1 state
winner 1:38:39
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
57°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
80%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 52 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2023
Total finishers
52
Median time
2:18:10
Latest turnout
40
States
1
Turnout by year
2021–2023
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
About the Organizer
Frequently asked
When is the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon?
The Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 11:07 AM.
Where does the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in long beach, California.
What distances does the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 52 runners who have completed the Monster Dash 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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