Run for the Planet - Earth Day 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026
  • Time 7:00AM PDT
  • Location Long beach, California
  • Price $42.33 - $52.93
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Run for the Planet - Earth Day 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon on April 18, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Alamitos Beach in Long Beach, California, this exhilarating event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of our planet and a call to action for environmental protection. Participants can choose from three exciting race distancesβ€”5K, 10K, or a challenging Half Marathonβ€”making it perfect for runners of all levels.

Join fellow eco-friendly enthusiasts as you race along the beautiful coastline, all while contributing to a worthy cause. Each finisher will receive a unique Earth Day-themed medal and a sustainable race shirt made from natural fibers, showcasing our commitment to a greener future. Plus, the event features chip timing for accurate results and awards for the top finishers in each category. With a portion of the proceeds supporting the Surfrider Foundation and a focus on zero-waste initiatives, your participation helps protect our oceans and beaches. Breathe in the fresh ocean air, run for a cause, and be part of the movement to safeguard our planet at the Run for the Planet!

Organiser's Description

RUN FOR THE PLANET EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
LONG BEACH ALAMITOS BEACH
APRIL 19, 2025
5K | 10K | HALF MARATHON

CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH US AT THE RUN FOR THE PLANET AT BEAUTIFUL ALAMITOS BEACH! THIS EVENT ISNT JUST ABOUT RUNNINGITS ABOUT TAKING ACTION TO PROTECT OUR PLANET WHILE ENJOYING THE STUNNING CALIFORNIA COASTLINE.

WHATS INCLUDED?
CHECK MARK BUTTON FINISHER MEDAL A UNIQUE EARTH DAY-THEMED MEDAL FOR ALL FINISHERS.
CHECK MARK BUTTON SUSTAINABLE RACE SHIRT MADE FROM NATURAL FIBERS, 100% NON-TOXIC, UTILIZING ORGANIC, WATER-BASED, AND PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS. (SHIRT REVEAL COMING SOON!)
CHECK MARK BUTTON CHIP-TIMED EVENT ACCURATE TIMING FOR ALL RUNNERS.
CHECK MARK BUTTON AGE DIVISION AWARDS CELEBRATE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT!
CHECK MARK BUTTON TOP 3 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE AWARDS FOR EACH RACE DISTANCE.

GIVING BACK TO THE OCEAN
WE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT THE SURFRIDER FOUNDATION, AN ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE PROTECTION AND ENJOYMENT OF THE WORLDS OCEANS, WAVES, AND BEACHES THROUGH A POWERFUL ACTIVIST NETWORK.

HOW WERE MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR SURFRIDER FOUNDATION DURING REGISTRATION .
DONATING A PORTION OF PROCEEDS TO HELP KEEP OUR OCEANS CLEAN.

RECYCLING SYMBOL ECO-FRIENDLY EFFORTS:

ENCOURAGING CUP-FREE RACING BRING YOUR REUSABLE BOTTLE!
SUPPORTING ZERO WASTE INITIATIVES AT THE EVENT.
PROMOTING GREEN RACING WITH SUSTAINABLE SWAG.
BREATHE IN THE OCEAN AIR, RUN FOR A CAUSE, AND BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT TO PROTECT OUR PLANET!

JOIN US AND RUN FOR THE PLANET! FEMALE SIGNMALE SIGN

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.34 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:30AM PDT)

    $42.33

    Race Start Time: 7:30 AM All Finishers Receive a Medal and Shirt
  • 10k

    Incl. $3.58 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:30AM PDT)

    $46.57

    Race Start Time: 7:30 AM All Finishers Receive a Medal and Shirt
  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.94 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (7:00AM PDT)

    $52.93

    Race Start Time: 7:00 AM All Finishers Receive a Medal and Shirt

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Location

780 E Shoreline Dr, Long beach, 90802, CA, United States

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