Join the National MPS Society at the 5th Annual Long Beach Race for Rare 5K Run & Walk Event hosted by Long Beach locals, Lynn and Scott Hopkins! This event is to raise money and awareness to help change the lives of those living with a rare disease. 10% of Americans suffer from a rare disease and less than 5% have an FDA-approved treatment. 3 out of 10 children with a rare condition do not live to see their 5th birthday, and we work to change this. Proceeds benefit the National MPS Society. Race Details 7:30 AM: Onsite registration, packet pick-up, and pre-race entertainment 9:00 AM: 5K Run/Walk 10:00 AM: Awards/Raffle 10:30 AM: Beachside Picnic Lunch is included in registration costs. Come out and enjoy a fun day to help raise awareness and funds for our MPS and ML families! Start your Team Fundraiser! At the top, hover over "Donate" Select "become a fundraiser" Create your team page - Choose your photo, team name, bio and fundraising goal! Share the link for people to donate directl
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Long Beach Race for Rare 5K Run & Walk Event 2026 — Long Beach, CA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 10.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Long Beach, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
