Game Day Half Marathon

Baldwin Hills, United States • 8 Feb 2026

Event

The Game Day running event takes place on February 8, 2026 at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area in Los Angeles, CA (Sun Valley Picnic Area). The organizer is A Better World Running (ABWR). The event offers multiple race distances and includes the following with registration: custom finisher medals, drawstring goodie bags, free photos and videos, results posted on the organizer website within 12–24 hours, and an assortment of snacks and samples. The event has a no-refund policy. Volunteer service can be exchanged for a free race entry. The half marathon has a 3 hour 15 minute time limit and an early start may be available on request.

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • 15k
  • Half marathon

Course and logistics

The course is an open, marked route using out-and-back loops on the park trail. Surfaces include dirt, some grass, and pavement. The route includes a steep hill of about 0.25 miles. Aid is provided at the turnaround/start-finish area and includes water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels. Parking at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area is noted as $10 per vehicle. Unauthorized participants are not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Running-Half Marathon - Individual Age Group/open
15 km
Running-15k - Individual Age Group/open
10 km
Running-10k - Individual Age Group/open
5 km
Running-5k - Individual Age Group/open
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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