Venice Beach Half Marathon
Venice Beach | May 17, 2026
Experience the vibrant spirit of Venice Beach, from iconic Abbot Kinney to Muscle Beach and the Venice Beach Canals.
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Fundraising
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Meet our Ambassadors
Cindy Fabiola
@missdelrioAfter my lung surgery I wanted to prove to myself and others that anything is possible, 10 years later I’ve run numerous half’s, full marathons.
One of many personal achievements was signing up for my first marathon and loving it!
Justin Nucum
@j_nukesObstacle course racing is what initially got me interested in running back in 2015. I was training and coaching clients for these types of competitions so I had to bring my clients out to all types of outdoor terrain.
Caroline Dority
caroline.dority.3I grew up practicing ballet, but when I decided to not pursue it professionally, I was looking for a way to stay active and continue to move my body. I’ve always loved being outside and the barriers to entry for running seemed low, so I gravitated towards it. My love for running really developed as I started to attend various run clubs and build a community through running.
Jose (Giovanni) Quiroz
@questrunner
I grew up practicing ballet, but when I decided to not pursue it professionally, I was looking for a way to stay active and continue to move my body. I’ve always loved being outside and the barriers to entry for running seemed low, so I gravitated towards it. My love for running really developed as I started to attend various run clubs and build a community through running.
Shelby Brewster
@shelbyj_brewsterI had a bucket list dream to run a marathon. After I trained and completed my first marathon, I was absolutely hooked on the sport of running! My biggest triumph was qualifying and running the Boston Marathon.
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From branded merchandise to memorable giveaways, we have everything you need to leave a lasting impression.
Shop Abbot Kinney
Make the most of your race experience and shop along Abbot Kinney. We’ve collaborated with our favorite stores to offer participants discounts for the entire race weekend.
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Local Schools in Marina del Rey and Venice Beach
As part of our commitment to community this event benefits local schools in the Venice Beach, Mar Vista and Marina del Rey area. A portion of sponsorship dollars will be donated to the schools, and participants will have the opportunity to donate to a general school fund or specific schools in the area. Participants have the option to create a fundraising team or simply donate while registering for the event.
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Benefit a Local School by Sponsoring a Mile Marker
Consider sponsoring a mile marker along the course. All proceeds to benefit the school of your choice. Contact us for more information.
Community Service
Community and service are important to Generic Events. The owners, Brennan and Michelle, have lived in Venice Beach since 2007 and are raising two teenagers, the youngest attending Venice High School.
Brennan has served on the Venice Neighborhood Council and is currently on the Board of the Venice Chamber of Commerce. He organized street clean ups during and after the pandemic where the entire family, along with dedicated volunteers, picked up trash and swept the streets for a cleaner city. He was on the organizing committee of Friends of Venice Boardwalk, which lead to the cleaning up of the Boardwalk following the pandemic, and most recently was on the organizing committee of Last Thursdays, a monthly free concert on the boardwalk.
Additionally, Michelle is laser focused on creating fundraising strategies to benefit various non-profits in the community. For the last four years she has played an integral role in raising $100,000 every year benefitting The Midnight Mission. Michelle develops peer to peer fundraising strategies and secures sponsor dollars that directly go to charity.
Our partners include: The Midnight Mission, the non-profit partner of Turkey Trot Los Angeles, Olvera Street Merchants Association, the non-profit partner of Los Muertos 5k, Angel City Sports, the non-profit partner of Pasadena Triathlon.
Benefitting Local Schools
The non-profit FEATSTREET Inc., will act as fiscal receiver for donations for the Venice Beach Half Marathon and 5k. All of the funds donated will be distributed to each school following each event.
Benefitting Schools:
- Beethoven Elementary
- Broadway Elementary
- Couerd’Alene Elementary
- Grand View Elementary
- Mar Vista Elementary
- Mark Twain Middle School
- Phoenix High School
- Short Ave. Elementary
- Venice High School
- Walgrove Elementary
- Westminster Elementary
- Westside Global Awareness Magnet
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Volunteer
Volunteer with us to enhance your event and make a difference. Support a great cause while connecting with like-minded individuals. Whether helping with setup, engaging with attendees, or distributing items, your efforts will create unforgettable experiences. Join us in making lasting memories!
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