Finally Here! The Inaugural Hollywood Half Marathon

Hollywood finally had its own Half Marathon. Hollywood Half Marathon & 5K / 10K was a brand-new and exciting Hollywood themed event with a catch phrase of “Run with the Stars in The Entertainment Capital of the World.”

The Hollywood 10K & Walk of Fame 5K started on Hollywood Boulevard between Highland & Sycamore at 8 a.m. on April 7, which saw nearly 3,000 participants filling the street. It was quite a rare occasion to see Hollywood Boulevard, which is usually packed with tourists, closed besides such events as the premiers and the "red carpet" for movies/films.

Two hours in advance of the 5K & 10K, the half marathon started near Universal Studios City Walk. The marathon was limited to 7,500 participants, and was sold out months before the race date.

This 13.1mile took runners through the heart of Hollywood, Studio City, Sunset Boulevard, and along the Walk of Fame. Runners were welcomed to come as they are, but they were also encouraged to dress up as their favorite celebrity. As the runners reached the goal, they were to walk down a movie-premiere style red carpet and photo backdrop to celebrate their victory in style when receiving the beautiful Hollywood Star Medal.

“I decided to run this marathon because it was a brand new event, and the star medal seemed to be really gorgeous. The race was very entertaining and fun because the whole event had the essence of the world’s famous ‘Hollywood’ everywhere. It was my first time to be on the red carpet which was exciting too!” said Marian Leonard, a 31-year-old Hollywood Half Marathon finisher.

The next event organized is the Florida Hollywood Half Marathon on Dec. 2, 2012. This race is going to be the east coast edition of the Hollywood Half Marathon, which would be limited to only 5,000 participants. The organizers plan to have the red carpet to bring the glitz, glam, and star-studded theme to Florida. 

Also, the Hollywood Half Marathon & 5K / 10K next year is already scheduled on April 6, 2013. Register before it sells out and be sure to mark your calendar. 

Check out the details at the event's social network accounts.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/HollywoodHalf

Twitter: Hollywood1/2Marathon @HollywoodHalf https://twitter.com/#!/hollywoodhalf