Resident Information
2012 Long Beach Resident Flier
Cheer for All Participants!
Race Day Schedule
Sunday, Oct 13th
Starting line at Shoreline Drive between Linden and Pine
6:00 am Bike Tour
7:00 am Marathon & Half-Marathon Waves Start
8:30 am 5K Run / Walk
9:30 am 1 Mile Kids Fun Run
7am-2pm Finish Line Festival
SPECTATOR HINTS
What should I bring with me?
This is most likely going to be a long day, so it is helpful to be prepared. As the weather in October can be a bit unpredictable, dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes. Other items to bring include snacks, water, noisemakers, a watch, a camera and your cell phone.
How can I be sure my runner and I see each other during the race?
Plan on dressing in something brightly colored or distinctive. This will make it easier for your runner to find you during and after the race. Communicate with your runner before the race so he/she will know what to look for. Also, make a note of what your runner is wearing.
Can I bike or skate with my runner?
As much as your runner would appreciate it, for safety reasons bikes, other than those doing the bike tour, vehicles and spectators need to stay off the course to avoid interfering with the participants. Also, please respect the property of others while you are spectating.
How can I be sure I see my runner finish?
If you want to see your runner finish, find out how long he/she thinks it will take to run the race. Most runners can give you an estimated finish time with a best and a worst case scenario as well.
How do I find my runner at the Finish Line Festival?
Determine a meeting place the night before. The Finish Line Festival can be confusing and hectic for a tired runner. Make sure to look at a map.
What if my runner needs medical attention?
There will be medical stations in 8 locations on the course as well as the finish line. They will be able to access the medical tent after crossing the finish line.
TOP VIEWING AREAS
There are many beautiful and fun places that fans can support their friends and loved ones on our loop course
- Start/Finish Areas – This is a loop course so the runners will return back to the same place. Enjoy the food, drinks and entertainment as you cheer.
- Bike Path (miles 7-10) – The runners will enter the bike path near Alfredo’s Rentals and continue along the beach to Bayshore Ave. Don’t forget to head up to Ocean Blvd. to get another view of the runners!
- Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool (mile 9) – There is a huge grass area here to relax on while you wait for the runners.
- Livingston Dr. and Marine Stadium (miles 11, 12, 13 and 23) – At this stop you will have a chance to cheer on the marathoners at the mid and end points of the race. Marine Stadium has nearby neighborhood parking and restrooms.
- Colorado Lagoon (miles 14 and 22.5) – Colorado Lagoon is surrounded by beautiful grass areas. It’s only a short walk across the lagoon area from mile 14 to catch the runners again at mile 22.5.
- Cal State University, Long Beach (miles 17-20) – This is the point in the race when runners start to “hit the wall”.
- Ocean Ave. between Livingston and Alamitos (miles 24-26 or 11-13 for half marathoners) – You will be able to encourage both the half and full marathoners as they finish.
PARKING
- The most convenient race day parking is in the Convention Center/Arena/Terrace Theater parking lots. However, there is an $10.00 charge for parking. These lots are located adjacent to the Long Beach Arena and the official Start/Finish lines for the event. The Long Beach Arena is the circular blue building with the seascape mural. You will use the Arena parking lot to attend the expo.
- The Convention Center and Pike parking lots are both within walking distance to the start/finish line area.
- If you park in the lots along or off Broadway, you should WALK east to Pine and turn right, and take Pine past the Convention Center and the Hyatt Hotel, turn left on Shoreline Drive to the Starting Line.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
From Los Angeles:
- Take the San Diego Freeway (405) South to Long Beach Freeway (710). Exit at Downtown/Broadway. Take Broadway to Pine Avenue, turn right on Pine, cross over Ocean Blvd. to Seaside Way. Turn left on Seaside Way. Convention Center parking lot will be on right side.
From Southern Orange County and San Diego:
- Take the San Diego Freeway (405) North to Long Beach Freeway (710) South to the Downtown/Broadway exit. Take Broadway to Pine Avenue, turn right on Pine, cross over Ocean Blvd. to Seaside Way. Turn left on Seaside Way. Convention Center parking lot will be on right side
