2024 Long Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

Join us on October 6, 2024

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Join the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Team Challenge community as one of the thousands of runners/walkers making an impact with every mile. Every dollar raised will help support research, education and support for those suffering from Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis — two debilitating diseases.

The Long Beach Marathon offers a Marathon, Half Marathon, Bike Tour, or Aquarium of the Pacific 5K distances. Enjoy perfect Southern California weather while you make your way down Shoreline Drive in Long Beach, CA.

Thank you for making each mile more meaningful. See you at the finish line!

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Start fundraising & training Log in to your personal fundraising page and start fundraising! Use email and social media to ask friends and family to donate as you train.

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