
Whittier Narrows Spring Running Festival is a running race on May 16, 2027 in South El Monte, CA, with entry fees from $30 to $64.
It's back!! Join us for the 3rd Annual Whittier Narrows Spring Running Festival where the miles are scenic, the vibes are high, and the lake views do all the work. Pick your party: A breezy 5k around Legg lake, a 10K Double loop with split timing, or go big with our NEW Half Marathon debut!
Flat, fast, and made for PR's, first timers, and friends who run for the snacks. Finisher bling, festival feels and that perfect May morning energy.
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
75°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
6%
Based on US Climate Normals data from San Gabriel Fire Dept, 4 mi from the venue.
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.
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Whittier Narrows Spring Running Festival, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Whittier Narrows Spring Running Festival
May 16, 2027