Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Ocean Breeze Half Marathon offers a scenic, flat, and fast course along the Long Beach coast.
Race Date
Aug 22, 2026
Location
long beach, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Location
- long beach, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 8
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ocean Breeze Half Marathon, along with its 5k, 10k, and 15k companions, invites runners to the sunny shores of Long Beach, California. This event, first held in 2022, offers a straightforward and accessible racing experience.
The course is a flat, paved out-and-back route that hugs the coastline, making it a potential PR course for those looking for speed. Runners can expect a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, suitable for all levels of ability.
Included with registration are custom finisher medals, goodie bags, and free photos and videos. The event emphasizes affordability and family fun, with group discounts available. Post-race, participants can look forward to snacks and results posted online within a day.
Race-provided description
It's time for our Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!! Check-in - 7-7:30AM 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 abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration. Event details and schedule PLEASE PLAN ON CARPOOLING AND GETTING THERE EARLY TO FIND PARKING AND USE THE RESTROOM. Bring toilet paper just in case as the beach restrooms are not always fully stocked that early in the morning. Address - * Please check in at the tables closest to 54th Place, at the start of the beach path. NOT near Claremont Ave. Long Beach path in Belmont Shores -- 5400 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90803 (off of 54th Place and Ocean Blvd.) * do not use Apple Maps app as a GPS, use the Google Maps or Waze app. There is a photo of the map on the website -- www.abetterworldrunning.com 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 abetterworldrunning@gmail.com 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
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
1 year running
~8 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
6 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:39:30
typical high 79°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
79°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 8 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2022
Total finishers
8
Median time
2:21:40
Latest turnout
8
States
1
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Race Photos
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Frequently asked
When is the Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon?
The Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon is held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 11:07 AM.
Where does the Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in long beach, California.
What distances does the Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 8 runners who have completed the Summer Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon.
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