Long Beach Race for Rare 5K Run & Walk Event
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join fellow participants at 9:00 AM for the 5K Run/Walk, where you can enjoy a scenic route and the camaraderie of like-minded individuals dedicated to making a difference. After the race, stick around for an awards ceremony and a fun beachside picnic at 10:30 AM, where lunch is included in your registration fee. Whether you choose to participate in person or opt for the virtual experience, you can help change the lives of many, as 100% of the proceeds benefit the National MPS Society. Don't miss out on this chance to run for a cause and make a meaningful impact!
Organiser's Description
This event is to raise money and awareness to help change the lives of those living with a rare disease. 10% of Americans suffer from a rare disease and less than 5% have an FDA-approved treatment. 3 out of 10 children with a rare condition do not live to see their 5th birthday, and we work to change this. Proceeds benefit the National MPS Society.
RACE DETAILS
7:30 AM: Onsite registration, packet pick-up, and pre-race entertainment
9:00 AM: 5K Run/Walk
10:00 AM: Awards/Raffle
10:30 AM: Beachside Picnic
_Lunch is included in registration costs. Come out and enjoy a fun day to help raise awareness and funds for our MPS and ML families!_
START YOUR TEAM FUNDRAISER!
At the top, hover over "Donate"
Select "become a fundraiser"
Create your team page - Choose your photo, team name, bio and fundraising goal!
Share the link for people to donate directly to your fundraiser!
You can do this before or after you register
NOT ABLE TO JOIN IN PERSON? PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY!
It is just like any other 5K, except there is no official race location. You get to choose where, with whom, and even how you want to complete the 5K. by participating virtually, you can run the 5K at any time leading up to October 10th. It can even be done in increments, keep track of your distance until you hit the 5K!
Contact Bethany Greene at bethany@mpssociety.org for sponsorship details.
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL RUNNERS: SHIRTS ARE AVAILABLE ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS WHEN YOU REGISTER!
YOUR GIFT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
THE NATIONAL MPS SOCIETY IS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION (FEIN: 11-2734849). DONATIONS MADE IN ADDITION TO RACE REGISTRATION ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. RACE REGISTRATION FEES ARE NOT CONSIDERED TAX-DEDUCTIBLE CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE LONG BEACH RACE FOR RARE SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE NATIONAL MPS SOCIETY.
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Granada Launch Ramp, 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States
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