Tesoro Viejo Spring Classic Half Marathon

Double Header Series!
Run any of the Tesoro Viejo Spring Classic Events, Half Marathon, 10k or 5k and also the California Classic Half Marathon, 10k. or 5k and receive a very special Double Header Series Finisher Medal.

California Classic Runner of the Year Series!  
Who will be named the California Classic Runner of the Year for 2023?  The Tesoro Viejo Half Marathon is a 30 point race in the series. Click HERE to find out more.

Each year we will feature a tribute band for your enjoyment inside our Michelob Ultra Celebration Beer Garden!  Kick back after your journey through Tesoro Viejo and enjoy the music! Stay tuned!   We've got a new Rock & Roll band for you for 2023!  We will welcome Christy Bourbon and Straight Up.

Picturesque Courses
Gender Specific Tech Shirt
Custom Finisher Medallion
Hot Cinnamon Roll
Wine tasting
Beer Garden With Live Rock Band 
Festival
Valley Grown Fruits & Nuts
Supports Tesoro Viejo Conservancy               

Participants will run from the main community Hub at Tesoro Viejo around the circumference of the Valley's newest community, over bridges, through tree lined lanes, to the kissing gate and around the lip of a majestic gulch which highlights the beautiful wetland preserves in spring.  The course is mostly unpaved trails with rolling hills showcasing some of the most picturesque scenery around, just minutes from North Fresno! You'll have views of not only of beautiful green pastures but of beautiful new homes located in the community. Our half marathon has some mild hills where the 10k is rolling hills.  Our 5k is 90 percent on paved trails and stroller friendly.

Ride options include
5 miles= A casual/social family friendly ride
15 mile=Intermediate level ride on Tesoro Viejo paved and unpaved trails.
25 mile= Advanced level ride includes Tesoro Viejo trails, down to the river bottom including Ledger Island and the Ball Ranch properties.

Amenities Include
Timing for tracking only, not a race!
Unisex Event Shirt
Hot Cinnamon Rolls
Beer Garden
Wine Tasting
SAG Support on routes
Course maps

You will notice the difference in Tesoro Viejo Spring Classic event as each participant will receive a gender specific high performance short-sleeve event shirt.  This Spring Classic event will continue to exceed your expectations at our Start/Finish Pavilion, in the middle of one of the Valley's newest communities, Tesoro Viejo, which covers 400 acres of groomed running paths among sprawling meadows and breath-taking vistas!  After completing your run and receiving your custom finisher's medallion, you will be treated to a hot cinnamon roll and valley grown fruits.

We invite the whole family to come and enjoy as we are offering 10k and 5k routes as well. We also invite our out-of-town visitors to book a hotel at one of our host hotels just minutes from the start line.

Packet Pick Up Information
Friday May 12th
2pm to 6pm
Fleet Feet Fresno - 9447 N Fort Washington Rd (Corner of Fort Washington and Friant)
If you can't pick up your packet on Friday you may pick up Saturday near the start area starting at 7am.

VIP and Guest passes are still available for purchase.

Saturday schedule
7:00am Late packet pick up begins
7:55am National Anthem
8:00am Race Starts
8:30am Festival Opens
9:00am Band Begins
11:00am Bike Event Starts

New parking lot behind the Hub & parking is available on Town Center Drive and Tesoro Viejo Blvd.

Event takes place rain or shine.  PLEASE NO DOGS ALLOWED!