Montebello Heritage 10K
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Montebello Heritage 5K/10K
The Montebello Heritage 5K/10K takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in Montebello, California. The event is presented by Aztlan Athletics in partnership with the City of Montebello and is part of a three-day Heritage Festival. Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
All participants receive a shirt and a finisher medal. The first 700 registered runners are guaranteed to receive their shirt and medal on race day; later registrants can pick them up within two weeks. Packet pick up is scheduled the day before at 115 S. Taylor Ave (Discover One Legacy Booth area) and on race day at 1301 W. Whittier Blvd.
Course and logistics
The course runs along historic Whittier Blvd and includes sections on Montebello Blvd and Olympic. The 5K is one loop and the 10K is two loops of the same route. The course description notes a gradual incline and decline on Montebello Blvd and a start area just across the Veterans Memorial on Whittier Blvd. Water and electrolytes are available at Whittier & Montebello Blvd at the start/finish area, with additional water stations along the course.
There is parking near Montebello Intermediate School at 1600 W. Whittier Blvd, with additional parking access via eastbound Vail Avenue. On-site festival amenities include a beer garden, DJ, and food vendors. A Run 4 Paws Doggy Division offers a die-cast doggy bone finisher medallion, a custom bib, and access to a pet refresh and wellness zone. First place overall prize is $300, and performance bonuses are offered for specified finishing-time thresholds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
