FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Long Beach Marathon Prepares for Take Off with Long Beach Airport
Southern California's premier fall marathon returns
to the streets of Long Beach October 8-9, 2022
LONG BEACH - September 15, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Ahead of more than
15,000 runners hitting the pavement at the Long Beach Marathon and Half
Marathon in October, Long Beach Airport (LGB) and race organizers today
announced a renewed partnership for the 2022 event. The premier fall
marathon in Southern California will welcome runners from across the U.S.
to the oceanfront streets of downtown Long Beach for its 38th running on
the weekend of October 8-9, 2022.
"The Long Beach Marathon is an event with a rich history in our community,"
said Long Beach Airport Director Cynthia Guidry. "We know participants
recognize how important an easy travel experience is to a great race
weekend, and we are honored to continue this official partnership that
brings participants and the community together."
The Long Beach Marathon is a 26.2-mile street party combining fitness and
community, featuring a weekend of events and activities for runners and
spectators alike. The scenic course showcases the city's miles of sandy
beaches and eclectic neighborhoods, providing a platform for dozens of
local charities and non-profit organizations to raise money for a variety
of important causes.
"We can't wait to celebrate the return of the Long Beach Marathon with the
running community and our local civic partners, and the airport plays such
an important role in the destination appeal of this historic event," said
Phyllis Blanchard, Director of Partnerships for the marathon. "From the
palm trees to the sunshine, costal breezes and easy-going vibes, Long Beach
Airport represents the quintessential characteristics of the city, which
embody the same characteristics of the marathon. We look forward to
continuing our strong partnership with the airport as marathon weekend in
October quickly approaches."
The marathon weekend happenings kick off on Friday, October 7 with a
two-day Health and Wellness Expo downtown at the Long Beach Convention
Center. The running gets started on Saturday with the Aquarium of the
Pacific 5k, the perfect distance for athletes of all abilities.
Participants can run or walk the 5k with friends and family or use it as a
shakeout run for Sunday's races.
Sunday's events include the Long Beach Marathon, 13.1-mile half-marathon
and the popular Bike Tour, which provides avid and leisure cyclists the
opportunity to ride on the marathon's closed roads. The bike tour features
all the marathon fun without the run, including a commemorative event
shirt, finishers medal, complimentary beer and more. Race weekend concludes
with a finish line festival on Marina Green featuring a beer garden and
live music.
For more information on the Long Beach Marathon and Half Marathon or to
register for the event, visit RunLongBeach.com.
About Long Beach Airport
Founded in 1923, Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the oldest airport in
California. Among its many awards, LGB was named a Top 10 airport in the
2020 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for Best Small
Airport. LGB offers non-stop service to 16 U.S. cities while supporting a
healthy general aviation community with more than 300,000 annual
operations. The airport is also a source of substantial economic activity
and employment, with the LGB Aviation Complex generating $8.6 billion in
economic impact and supporting 46,000 jobs. LGB is a self-supporting
enterprise of the City of Long Beach and does not receive local tax
dollars. The Airport prides itself in preserving its esteemed historic
legacy and maintaining a safe, sustainable, and environmentally responsible
operation. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @LGBAirport.
About the Long Beach Marathon
The 2022 Long Beach Marathon and Half Marathon will take place on the
weekend of October 9-10. Race weekend annually attracts thousands of
runners with perfect Southern California weather and fast and flat courses.
Participants can choose from four different events including the marathon,
half marathon, 20-mile Bike Tour, or the Aquarium of the Pacific 5k. The
race returns for its 38th edition year and features two days of races along
the Southern California coast, offering runners iconic waterfront views of
Shoreline Village and the Queen Mary Hotel. For more information about the
Long Beach Marathon or to register for the event, visit RunLongBeach.com
and follow @LongBeachMarathon on social media.
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