I will make the review simple and short. The expo is too small in my own opinion. I am used too big generous expos but it doesn't matter because this is just 10k.
Parking is of course expensive because the start is Venice Beach are. although the parking is accessible, you must be ready to pay. I am a Santa Monica Person and lives like local (I don't live there but I know all the cheapest). I park 2 miles away to the start and I only pay $2.00 compared to $10 for an hour run.
There is a little bit/gradual elevation. The race is big so if you are planning to PR make sure you are near the front.
I don't like the shirt because it fits like extra large for an XS size.
I did this race to complete my CONQUR CHALLENGE