FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 22, 2024

Community Services & Parks Contact: Gamar Mirzakhanian
Email: GMirzakhanian@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone (818) 548-2792

City Media Contact: Stephanie Mkhlian
Email: SMkhlian@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone (818) 548-4424

Verdugo Mountains 10K is on May 5, 2024

Glendale, CA – The City of Glendale is pleased to announce the return of the Verdugo Mountains 10k Trail Run & Hike on May 5, 2024, at 8:00 AM. The race proceeds support the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation, a non-profit that supports open space and outdoor programs in Glendale.

The Verdugo Mountains 10k Trail Run & Hike began in 2011 as an annual event to bring runners and hikers together to conquer the Verdugo Mountains. The course starts in Brand Park near the Doctor’s House and climbs the Brand Motorway 1,686 feet of elevation to a height of 2,536 feet above sea level. Participants will get breathtaking views of Glendale and the San Fernando Valley from high up on the mountain.

Registration for the event is available at https://my.racewire.com/event/7969. Fees are $40 per runner and include a t-shirt and finisher medal.

WHO:            City of Glendale, Community Services & Parks; and

                        Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation

WHAT:         Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike

WHEN:         Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 8:00 AM

WHERE:       Brand Park
                      1601 W. Mountain Street
                      Glendale, CA 91201

VISUALS:     Brand Park, including Japanese Tea House, pond, garden & gazebo, historic Doctor’s House, and mountains. Expo area with tables, chairs, tents and stage. Starting line on the mountain trail.

PARKING:    Free parking is available. Due to participation levels, parking may only be available on the streets in the neighborhood.

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