Welcome to the inaugural Shoreline Park Half Marathon in Long Beach, CA!
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)!
Event Schedule
6:20 am – Bib pick-up opens
7:00 am – Half Marathon Start
7:15 am – 10K Start
7:30am – 5K Start
Starting Line
Shoreline Aquatic Park
200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA
Are walkers and beginners welcome?
Absolutely! The Lighthouse Half Marathon is designed for runners of all levels, including walkers and first-timers. The course is flat, scenic, and well-supported with hydration stations and cheering volunteers along the way.
What time does the Lighthouse Half Marathon start?
The Lighthouse Half Marathon begins at 7:00 AM. We recommend arriving at least 45–60 minutes early to allow time for parking, check-in, and warm-up before the race starts.
Where is the start and finish line located?
Both the start and finish lines are conveniently located along the Long Beach waterfront, near Shoreline Park at 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA. Detailed directions and parking information will be provided in your race confirmation email.
Will there be water stations on the course?
Yes! There will be multiple water stations placed approximately every 1.5 miles along the route, offering water, electrolytes.
Do finishers receive medals or race shirts?
Yes, every finisher receives a custom Lighthouse Half Marathon finisher medal and a commemorative race shirt and hat. Additional merchandise will also be available for purchase at the event expo.
Why are there no disposable cups at the water stations you may ask?
Safety of runners and volunteers: We want to ensure the safety of all runners and volunteers by removing the urge to chase after a wayward cup into traffic.
Environmentally Sound Practice: In an average year we would have used over 60,000 cups that cannot be recycled. And littering is just not cool.
Healthier: Our foot pedal unit allows runners to dispense their own water hands free at 10oz per second and away you go.
We have a great option if you forgot your own cup: You can buy a reusable cup for $3 at packet pickup or race day check-in.
Finisher Medal
Premium Sublimated Finisher Shirt
Premium Hat
Re-usable Tote Bag
Free plate of street tacos (post- race expo)