Pride of the Valley 5K & 10K

It's time for our Rockin' Summer 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area!

Included in registration —

• custom finisher medals

• drawstring goodie bags

• free videos

• live results the moment you finish

• free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times

• FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos

• 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 -- 645-730am

Start - 7:30am

Event details and schedule

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.

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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

REGISTRATION OPENS AT 6:45 AM

LINE-UP AT STARTING LINE 7:45 AM

BOTH RACE EVENTS STARTS AT 8:00 AM

Welcome to the 5th annual RUN FOR THE HEALTH OF IT presented by the Grandview Foundation at the beautiful watershed park, Hamamongna, near Pasadena.

The Grandview Foundation has been a part of your community for over 50 years, providing residential and outpatient treatment and recovery support. When physical exercise is included in treatment, we have seen a tremendous increase in recovery. This event is being offered to help raise awareness about our organization and the connection between Physical and Mental Health.

We welcome serious runners, exercise enthusiasts, and families and friends who want to challenge themselves in this fun outdoor event.

ALL AGES are welcome to RUN or WALK to the finish line to support the essential work and services provided by the Grandview Foundation.

Let's run together for Health and a Better Life.

If you’ve done a traditional 5K, you know they can be a bit lackluster. But the BUBBLE RUN™ is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across up to 3 miles of absolute fun! Waves start every 3-5 minutes. Participants will run through the Foam Bogs where there is enough colored foam to cover you from head to toe!

Bubble-teers will also be there to help make sure you get your share of the frothy goodness. Each one of the Foam Bogs is represented by different colored foam. So what if you should accidentally “taste the whimsey?” They don’t taste as great as they are fun, but not to worry. The foam is 100% safe.

Event details and schedule

Please plan on arriving 30-45 minutes prior to your wave start to give yourself plenty of time to park, get your Bubble RUN™ swag, check in if needed, and to get situated.

Please be prompt for your Heat.

Once your heat has started, (the heat is the time you registered for) small waves will be released every 60-90 seconds. Your physical start time is based on a first come-first serve basis, so naturally you will start earlier if you enter the start chute earlier. The last wave within your heat will go out 30 minutes after your scheduled heat (i.e., if your registered heat is for 8AM, the last wave in your heat will leave at 8:30AM).

Bring some extra cash for parking and SWAG!

After you park, bring some extra cash! You'll want to check out our super sweet Bubble RUN store for t-shirts, tutus, and more!

There may be a parking charge of up to $20 for the event that is handled by the venue. With THOUSANDS of smiles present on race day, please have exact change and please don't cut your time too short before the race starts. Cram as many bubblers (legally) into your car to save some cash money money!

The 9th Annual Foster The Future 5/10K Run/Walk Beyond Foster Care Wellness Fest is coming to Pasadena, California just north of the world famous Rose Bowl! Join us for this is a wonderful wellness opportunity to help support Journey House, Pasadena; providing services for former foster youth since 1983.

Journey House's Mission is to support former foster and probation youth to live fully independent, successful lives.

Founded in 1983, Journey House provides emotional support and guidance, as well as financial aid to help them with the cost of attending college and vocational schools.

Our goal is to create opportunities for advancement in education, economic stability, and a better quality of life for former foster youth.

For more information visit: journeyhouseyouth.org