Ring in the New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

Ring in the New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon

It's time to Ring in the New Year 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon on Sunday, January 4th, 2026 at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area!

Included in registration:

• custom finisher medals
• drawstring goodie bags
• free photos
• free 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!

Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.

Bib pick up: 7:15-8:00AM

Start: 8:00AM

Date: Sunday January 4th, 2026

OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com

NO REFUNDS. NO BANDITS PLEASE.

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 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.
• 5k out and back route: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6623659189/
• 10k: 2 x 5k loops
• 15k: 3 x 5k loops
• Half marathon: 3 x 4.36 mi out and back: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6623659868/

Address: Whittier Narrows Area D Parking Lot 750 Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bs8RFfHC2mHxqTM36

Parking: Parking at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area is $10 per vehicle