Giving Thanks Half Marathon - Long Beach
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Event overview
Giving Thanks is a road running event held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Belmont Shores, Long Beach. The event uses the Long Beach beach path near 54th Place and East Ocean Boulevard. The course is an open, shared path for pedestrians, cyclists, and runners and will use marked out-and-back loops. An aid station at the turnaround (start/finish area) provides water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and gel packets. Course maps are provided for the 5k and half marathon routes.
Distances, registration and race services
- 5k - out-and-back route on the beach path
- 10k - two 5k loops
- 15k - three 5k loops
- Half marathon - three 4.36 mile loops
Registration is available through PayPal or Active.com; race day registration accepts cash, Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal. Pricing (approximate): early bird one month before the race - 5k $23.99, 10k $28.99, 15k $32.99, half marathon $38.99; race month - 5k $25.99, 10k $30.99, 15k $35.99, half marathon $40.99; race day fees are higher. Group discounts are offered for five or more. Transfers are permitted by contacting the organizer; there is a no-refund policy. The half marathon has a 3:15 time limit; alternative start arrangements can be requested. Registration includes a custom finisher medal, drawstring goodie bag, free photos, snacks, and results posted on the website within 12-24 hours. Parking is free in the residential area; lot parking requires a paid ticket. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.