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Sunday, July 19th, 2026
750 Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte CA
5K · 10K · Half · 15K
About this race
Event Overview
It's time for our Rockin' Summer 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area!
Date: July 19, 2026
Time: 7:45 AM Start time
Location: 750 Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA
Registration Includes
- Medals: Custom finisher medals
- Goodie Bags: Drawstring goodie bags
- Videos: Free videos and cinematic race highlight reels
- Results: Live results the moment you finish
Additional Features
- Photos: Free photos found by your bib
- Awards: Trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones
- Ascend Index: Your Ascend Index ranking across every race
- Tracking: Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
Race Experience
- App: FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos, and videos
- Snacks: Assortment of snacks and samples
- Camaraderie: Friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
- Affordability: Affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Group Discounts
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at abetterworldrunning@gmail.com for group registration.
Bib Pick Up
- Time: 6:45 - 7:45 AM
- Start: 7:45 AM
- Website: Official times and places will be posted on our website: www.abetterworldrunning.com
- Policy: NO REFUNDS • NO BANDITS PLEASE
Course Information
This is an open course in the park. Please be courteous to other pedestrians, runners, and cyclists on the shared path.
Course Map: The course is super easy to follow. It will consist of out and back loops on the trail that will be marked.
- Aid Station: Located at the turnaround with water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels.
- 5k: Out and back route Map Link
- 10k: 2 x 5k loops
- Half Marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi out and back Map Link
Address
Whittier Narrows Area D Parking Lot, 750 Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733
Google Maps: View Location
Parking Information
- Cost: $10 per vehicle: Discounted parking for 65+ over, disabled $8
- Main Lot: First parking lot option - View Parking Lot
- Hours: Parking opens at 6 AM.
- Second Lot: Second closest parking lot - View Parking Lot
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near South El Monte to train with before race day.
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