The Long Beach Marathon has announced that leading dental care product Philips Sonicare has been named as the presenting sponsor for the 2023 Long Beach Marathon and Half Marathon, which will take place on the weekend of October 14-15, 2023.
The partnership between Philips Sonicare and the Long Beach Marathon will aim to emphasize the importance of both oral health and physical well-being.
“We are elated to welcome Philips Sonicare as the presenting sponsor of the 2023 Long Beach Marathon,” said Phyllis Blanchard, Director of Partnerships for the marathon.
“This partnership not only adds to the prestige of our event but also reinforces our commitment to promoting health and wellness in the Long Beach community. We are confident that our participants will appreciate and benefit from the support of a brand as reputable and innovative as Philips Sonicare. October’s event promises to be even more exciting, inspiring, and impactful for participants and spectators alike.”
As part of the partnership, Philips Sonicare will be present throughout the marathon weekend.
‘Runners and attendees can expect interactive and eye-catching activations at the marathon’s pre-race Health and Wellness Expo, along the race route and at the finishing line focused on providing extra encouragement and celebrating smiles.’
“Philips Sonicare is delighted to be the presenting sponsor of the 2023 Long Beach Marathon,” said Christine Croce, Director of Marketing, Consumer Activation for Philips Sonicare.
“At Philips, we know that oral health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and we believe in the value of investing in yourself. We are excited to align with an event that encourages physical fitness and celebrates the diversity of participants by providing motivational tools to for personal success. We hope to help runners find the tools to reach their next goal and achievement – whether on the race course or in their self-care routines.”
The Long Beach Marathon, established in 1984, has grown to become a premier autumn/fall marathon in Southern California, showcasing the city’s miles of sandy beaches and neighbourhoods. The event also provides a platform for dozens of local charities and non-profit organizations to raise money for their respective causes.
Race weekend kicks off on Friday, October 13 with a two-day Health and Wellness Expo along the waterfront at Long Beach’s Marina Green. The free expo is open to the public – as all race participants pick up their bib number, t-shirt, and swag bag.
Event weekend features two days of running with the Aquarium of the Pacific 5k on Saturday and the 26.2-mile marathon, half-marathon and the popular Bike Tour on Sunday.
The bike tour, which provides cyclists the opportunity to ride on the marathon’s closed roads, includes a commemorative event shirt, finishers medal, complimentary beer and more.
Marathon weekend concludes with a finish line festival celebration on Marina Green featuring a beer garden and live music.
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