
Albert Rivera Menudo Run
Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 8:00 AM PDT
- Location
- South El Monte, CA
- Whittier Narrows Park, 750 S Santa Anita Ave, 91733
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A cherished community run for over 40 years, offering competitive distances, family fun, and a unique post-race menudo and beer celebration.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Join the long-standing Albert Rivera Menudo Run in South El Monte, a beloved community tradition for over 40 years. Starting on a beautiful August morning at Whittier Narrows "Legg Lake" Park, this event welcomes all — from competitive runners in the 5K and 10K to families enjoying the Fun Run and Kiddy Run. Celebrate your finish with a unique post-race treat: a warm bowl of menudo for all, plus a refreshing beer for those 21 and over.
What to expect
- Experience a beautiful morning run at Legg Lake Park.
- Choose from a 5K, 10K, Fun Run, Kiddy Run, or Team Race.
- Enjoy a complimentary bowl of menudo and a beer (21+) after your race.
Standout details
- Over 40 years of tradition
- Post-race menudo for all
- Free beer for 21+ participants
- Awards for top age group and team finishers
Perks & features
- Awards
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Distances & registration
5 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 800m
Sat, Aug 22, 7:30 AM PDT · From $22.75
Opens Mar 26, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Aug 22, 2026, 4:15 AM PDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Aug 22, 8:05 AM PDT · From $49.25
Opens Mar 26, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Aug 22, 2026, 4:15 AM PDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Aug 22, 8:05 AM PDT · From $49.25
Opens Mar 26, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Aug 22, 2026, 4:15 AM PDT
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- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Aug 22, 8:00 AM PDT · From $49.25
Opens Mar 26, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Aug 22, 2026, 4:15 AM PDT
- 6.2 Miles
Sat, Aug 22, 8:00 AM PDT · From $49.25
Opens Mar 26, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT · Closes Aug 22, 2026, 4:15 AM PDT
Vibe Check
Push Potential
warm-day exposure
- Warm season
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
For over 40 years, the Al Rivera Menudo Run 5K/10K has reached athletes, novices, family, friends, and community members. This event historically begins on a beautiful August morning at Whittier Narrows "Legg Lake" Park. This years event will feature a 5k Run, 10k Run, Fun Run, Kiddy Run and a Team Race!
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in both the 5k and 10k in each of the following age divisions: 0-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+. *There are no awards for the Fun Run or Kiddy Run*
For the team event, the top 3 teams will receive a trophy.
ALL participants will receive a bowl of menudo, and participants that are 21+ will also receive a beer. Make sure to bring your ID for your free beer!
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