La Vida Sucia Animal Series: Raccoon Run 5K • 10K • Kids Run is a running race on January 30, 2027 in South El Monte, CA.
From the Organizer
Join Los Mugrosos for the inaugural event of the La Vida Sucia Animal Series at the beautiful Whittier Narrows Nature Center.
The Raccoon Run is more than just another race—it’s a celebration of community, the outdoors, and embracing La Vida Sucia (“The Dirty Life”). Whether you’re chasing a personal record, walking with family, or introducing your kids to trail running, there’s something for everyone.
Choose from:
• 10K Trail Run
• 5K Trail Run
• Kids Run
Every participant receives a custom finisher medal, race bib, and event experience you’ll remember.
Hosted by Los Mugrosos 4x4.
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Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Gabriel Fire Dept, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
19,413
as of 2023
City Elevation
257 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at La Vida Sucia Animal Series: Raccoon Run 5K • 10K • Kids Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
190
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to South El Monte than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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La Vida Sucia Animal Series: Raccoon Run 5K • 10K • Kids Run
Jan 30, 2027