Just finished the Color Run 5K this morning. This is an untimed (no clock) run, starting at Dignity…read moreHealth Sports Park, and runs around there and on part of the campus at CSU Dominguez Hills. I ran it with my son (we took about three steps together at the start before he took off and finished WAY before me ). If you are a "serious runner", know that this event is very low key. Lots of families, first time runners, strollers. I appreciate people getting out and doing an active event like this, but if you are looking for a "race" and some of the other elements of competitive races, it's not the same. I did okay, my pace was better than earlier this week, so I am happy. I realized I like running with the community - it made it fun. I also felt more confident during this run, although it was hot. The course itself was varied and interesting - I liked running through Dignity Health Park and also through the building that houses the new Velodrome (there was a cyclist on it when I went through). They had one water station (bottled) and many restrooms along the way. The color powder is thrown at you maybe every half mile or so - different colors each time, but lots of blue/green powder used. I wore sunglasses and put my color run microfiber over my face when I ran through, and made sure my mouth was closed. You also run through a foam/bubble section at the very end. No joke, it does get everywhere! After the race, there was powder even under my shirt and through two layers of socks. Good tip to bring a towel and maybe a change of clothes for after. There were lots of freebies and vendors on site for the duration of the event. I would say some runners enjoyed that part the most! There was also a beer garden for 21+...just across from the starting line, some runners hit the beer garden FIRST and THEN started their run! Parking is $20 and we got there early (like 7am) so no issues - parked close to the starting line. My goal is to keep going - what should I run next?

This is true definition of fun run…read more Color Run Los Angeles was held in Stubhub Center in Carson. Race began at 9am and waves of runners begin every few minutes until 9:45. There's lots of food trucks and vendors here. I registered online ahead of time and paid $35 plus $15 shipping of my goodies which includes my bib number, 'HAPPY' tattoo, and headband. There were lots of goodies thrown into the crowd at the starting line. The course begins at the parking lot and you run around the stubhub center. I ran a lap on the track course, through arenas and such. Colored powder is thrown at you during the run. There were two water stations during the run. At the finish line, you get a medal and a bag of color run powder so you can throw some more after the race. There's no clock anywhere so you have to keep track of your own time. There was also free neutrogena face mask (battery operated) which was free ($40 value). I also got a free bag of bath salt. There is free tattoo booth and it was a lot of fun. Funnest race ever and will register next time.

This is a for fun walk/race, no legit timing and no race divisions... just for the love of…read morecommunity and to honor Harry Sutter. You will even see several people dressed in costumes. The entry fee will get you a sweat shirt and an excuse to run before you eat a lot of food later in the day. I enjoy this race because I tend to see a lot of locals and everyone is happy because it's a blessed day. The course is flat, so no excuses, get out and run people! They also have a nice raffle at the end of the race/walk. The event starts at 8am, and the raffle is at 9:15, so you are not giving up too much of your day.

Entry fee varies from $25-$35 depending on how early you sign up. Entry fee includes a number…read morebibb, shirt, and a raffle ticket. They give away gift certificates to a number of businesses and bikes. If you just show up you can run/walk it for FREE.

A free 2 hour workout run by the Spartan race group to give you a taste of what you can expect from…read morea spartan race. There were tons of burpees, squats, push up, lunges, & laps around the track. The workout was basic enough for fitness beginners to get through but also challenging enough for people at an experience fitness level. There were about 500 people on the football field at redondo high with 8 trainers/coach going around letting everyone know the next exercise coming up. After the workout they had a drawing & two people won a free Spartan race, there was an after party at the near by road runner shoe store with free beer & a $10 off coupon for anything in the store. For the large workout events like this is suggest showing up an hour before the start time since the check in process take a while. This event started at 9, we showed up at 8:30 & it took 50 minutes to finally get checked in, but then they ran out of shirts. But other than the long check in issue the workout event was a great time.

What a great way to drop the puck on the day! The LA Kings 5K served up a beautiful course along…read morethe beach, with the soundtrack of crashing waves keeping us moving. Bailey, the mascot, set the tone by charging out with a big spring at the start line, and former coach Darryl Sutter led a pre-race stretch to get the crowd warmed up. The Kings Care Foundation was the true MVP, supporting nonprofits across Los Angeles with a focus on youth wellness, sustainability, social advocacy, and inclusion. Vendors lined the way at the start/finish line, and I had a great time chatting with Alexis S. from ticket sales at the t-shirt boot, her energy was infectious. The highlight? Seeing so many Kings fans and players in the mix, including my favorites Anze Kopitar (#11) and Kevin Fiala (#22). The community spirit was buzzing like a packed barn on game night. Can't wait for next year's race, and even more, I can't wait for the puck to drop this season. Go Kings Go!

What a great group of volunteers and solid organization. From early registration to feet on the…read moreground preparation, I felt safe and secure running in this event.

There's always something with this race. This year the 10K course was almost half a mile short. I…read moreconfirmed this with everyone I know who did the 10K. This is really inexcusable. Also, one of my friend ran the 10K but was given a 5K time. Not sure how that could happen but it did. Worst thing is she was robbed of a top 3 age group finisher. These snafus aside, this is still a nice community event to celebrate the 4th. We registered at the race and the registration process was efficient and orderly. Post race amenities were limited but they handed out ice cream sandwiches which was nice.

The race itself was poorly organized, no National Anthem on the 4th of July and timing was not…read moreaccurately kept. It cost $140 to register a family of 4 and there was no charity tied to the event! It seems excesssive.

Update for 2021 This…read morerace was unable to take place on their usual June date but was pushed to October 30 this year. Costumes were encouraged so that made it fun. They held a costume contest after the race. Excitingly they have a new start/finish line on Daisy Ave just blocks from the old spot, with the set up in the parking lot behind the real estate company and LB Beer Lab. If you stopped by the Lab on Friday at bib pickup and day of race, the beer was $5. I found it easy to find parking in the neighborhood. The 10k started 10 minutes late but was not a big deal as the weather was perfect for running. It's so small of an event that there's plenty of room at the start line. The course takes you along the river path 2 separate times. The star of the post-race refreshments of course was the Buono's pizza. A few days after the race, my bananas are still in the process of ripening. It's a shame no ripe bananas were in sight after the run and the cut up green bananas likely went to the trash because they were impossible to enjoy. I asked for a few of the uncut bananas to take home. The hydration they gave us at the end was Pocari Sweat which I have never had. After some research, I learned this is a Japanese brand; the equivalent of our Gatorade. This is a clear liquid so thinking you're hydrating with water to be hit with sweetness was a surprise. Looking at the label we discovered it has 31 grams of sugar, yikes! Since I like this community race so much I'm already signed up for June 2022 at the cheapest price. I see for 2022, they're doing a half marathon distance in addition to 10 mile, 5k, 5k stroller, 10k and the kids races.

Lbcc helped out. River run on the Westside of Long Beach This day there will be a lot of people…read moreout making the run old and young no matter what what age you are it's great location run nice and cool in Wrigley in River run. This is a cool run that you can take who's nice nice scenery learn to the Wrigley area. He will enjoy the rain. Also you're doing it for normally cost to.

This is such a great well-organized event and I am highly recommending it to all who loves races…read morefor fun and challenge. The course was easy. There was a light elevation along Esplanade which was really enjoyable. There was no medal. That's the only thing just because I am a medal whore. But a nice July 4th thirt and some freebies from UCLA were good enough and the help we have rendered to the beneficiaries. There were so many participants and it was a fun run for many. The elites were fun to watch too! This is an annual event by Village Runner and presented by UCLA Health.

What a great way to start your 4th of July morning. I have run this race with my family the last…read more12+ years! The 2015 race marked the 22nd Annual 4th of July 5K and Firecracker Dash, which always starts at 8:00am. If you sign up early they have discounted rates, but the day of the race costs around $40. All participants receive a 4th of July Run t-shirt. There is chip timing, with age division awards and cash prizes for the top three overall male and female runners in the 5k run. All kids dash finishers receive medals too - which always makes everyone happy! The course is primarily along the beautiful Pacific Ocean, and it has very few moderate hills, so it's a fast course. This is a fun race, I've seen dogs, jogging strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, and lots of patriotic costumes, we ALWAYS come wearing a lot of red, white, and blue. Show your patriotism and support the South Bay.

Flat course with some elevations along Knob Hill and back to the Riviera. Easy but not the cold…read moreweather and strong wind that morning of St. Patrick's Day. I could tell that runners ran harder than usual because i myself felt it even with a good one-mile warm up right before the race. Not complaining as I love these difficulties and challenges. Sponsored by Village Runners,this is just one of their many races throughout the year. Well-attended by fun-loving and fitness-oriented children and adults. There was a costume contest,too! Various vendors were there and i have discovered RX bars and Harmless Coconut Water. Bagels and fruits were served after the race. Overall,it was worth the race price but minus the medal!