Yaya’s Run 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

In memory of local runner Yaya, we are celebrating her love for running at the Yaya’s Run 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon on Sunday, April 12th, 2026!

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This is an open course.  Please be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists on the beach path.

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Course map: The course is super easy to follow.  It will consist of out and back loops on the beach path that will be marked.

* Aid station is at the turn around at the start/finish has water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, Gu gels.

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* 5k out and back route – https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6614357468/

* 10k  2 x 5k loops

* 15k 3 x 5k loops 

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* Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi loop – will go south first with the 5k, 10k, 15k, and go north back to start/finish/aid station and continue north to turn around marked by cones, chalk, and sign  https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6614358708/

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Included in registration — 

– custom finisher medals

– drawstring goodie bags

– free photos & videos

– results posted on the website within 12-24 hours of event

– assortment of snacks, samples

– friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities 

– affordable cost and fun for the whole family! 

– tshirt is optional, additional $10 size only guaranteed by early February registration

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Transfers only by emailing abetterworldrunning@gmail.com requesting a later date or transferring to another participant.  There is a NO refund policy.

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3:15 time limit for the half marathon.  If more time is needed, please email us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for early start.

Bib pick up — 7:00-7:30AM 

Start – 7:30AM

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Date – Sunday, April 12th, 2026​

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Early bird pricing one month before race date – 5k $25.99, 10k $30.99, 15k $35.99, Half marathon $40.99 ($1 less on active.com due to processing fees)

Race month pricing – 5k $30.99, 10k $35.99, 15k $40.99, Half marathon $45.99​

Race day registration – cash, venmo, zelle or paypal 5k $35, 10k $40, 15k $45, half marathon $50

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Volunteer for a free race entry — you can bring a friend or family member to volunteer while you participate, or volunteer for a future free entry.  Email here to confirm information — abetterworldrunning@gmail.com