Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 11:30AM CDT
- Location Highland, Indiana
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Get ready for a celebration of fitness, fun, and fiesta at the 5th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K on Sunday, May 3, 2026! This exciting event takes place at Wicker Memorial Park in Highland, Indiana, and offers a fantastic 5K run/walk experience, complete with vibrant music, delicious food, and a lively atmosphere. Participants can look forward to a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos, refreshing beverages (including a complimentary beer for those 21 and older), and fun activities for the whole family.
The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K is not just about running; it’s a community celebration! Alongside the main 5K event, there will be a Lit'l Churro Run for kids aged 4-12, ensuring that everyone can join in on the festivities. Plus, there’s even a unique "0.0 Mile Run" for those who prefer to skip right to the after-party fun! With awards for top finishers in various categories and fabulous raffle prizes, this event promises to create lasting memories for all participants. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this joyful celebration—mark your calendars and get ready to run, eat, and enjoy
The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K is not just about running; it’s a community celebration! Alongside the main 5K event, there will be a Lit'l Churro Run for kids aged 4-12, ensuring that everyone can join in on the festivities. Plus, there’s even a unique "0.0 Mile Run" for those who prefer to skip right to the after-party fun! With awards for top finishers in various categories and fabulous raffle prizes, this event promises to create lasting memories for all participants. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this joyful celebration—mark your calendars and get ready to run, eat, and enjoy
Organiser's Description
TACOS, BEER, & RUNNING... NEED WE SAY MORE?
Tempo Run Timing & Events is pleased to co-host, along with the North Township Trustee's Office, the 5th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K at Wicker Memorial Park in Highland, Indiana.
Tempo Run Timing & Events is dedicated to continuing to expand the running community in Northwest Indiana with unique and memorable events. Our mission is to sponsor, host, and direct fun, interactive events while making lasting memories for both runners and walkers alike.
Visit our Website [http://www.temporuntiming.com], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/temporuntiming], or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/temporuntiming/]to learn more about us!
FIESTA 5K
CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA 5K INCLUDES:
- Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to run!
- Official Fiesta 5k 2026 T-shirt
- 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage after the race!
- 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
- Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos [https://www.bossman-tacos.com/] Free for all participants
- Prizes for Overall Male/Female and Masters M/F
- Awards for Top 3 M/F in each Age Group (8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+) and Clydesdale/Athena
**This race will be professionally timed by Tempo Run Timing. Results will be available on the website shortly after the finish**
HOW TO PARTICIPATE FOR FREE:
Share the link on your confirmation email with your friends & family. Get 5 to sign up & get your race fee refunded!
LIT'L CHURRO RUN 1K (AGES 4-12)
Lit'l Churro Run includes:
- Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to run!
- Official Lit'l Churro Run 2026 T-shirt
- 1 free Churro hot and ready, waiting for you at the finish line!
- 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
- Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos Free for all participants
- This is a fun run and will not be timed
0.0 MILE "RUN"
Not much of a runner? We got just the thing for you! All the fun, without the run
Grab your race bib, toe the starting line, then skip right to the best part... the after party!
CINCO DE MAYO 0.0 MILE "RUN" INCLUDES:
- Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to (not) run!
- A unique start/finish line experience like no other race
- "0.0" magnet for your car (or wherever you'd like to proudly display your achievement)
- 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage after the race!
- 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
- Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos Free for all participants
- Prizes for Top 3 Overall M/F (chosen at random)
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RACE DAY CHECK-IN
WHEN: Sunday, May 3rd
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
WHERE: East Pavilion at Wicker Park 2215 Ridge Rd, Highland, IN 46322
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
WHEN: Saturday May 2nd, 12pm-2pm
WHERE: Fleet Feet - Schererville 635 US-30, Schererville, IN 46375
SCHEDULE FOR EVENT DAY
10:45 am - 11:45 am: Packet pick-up
11:30 am: Lit'l Churro Run (1k for ages 4-12)
11:50 am: 0.0 Mile "Run"
12:00 pm: 5k Run/Walk
Post Race Fiesta: Music and Food/Drinks at the Pavilion
All participants will receive:
- Raffle tickets to win fabulous prizes!
- *Race day T-shirt (5k & 1k participants only)
- Tacos
Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k if they can handle the distance!
**REGISTER BY APRIL 17TH TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT (limited quantities and sizes after that)**
Sponsorship opportunities available! E-mail Race Director, Kirk Cherep at [email protected] for more information.
Tempo Run Timing & Events is pleased to co-host, along with the North Township Trustee's Office, the 5th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K at Wicker Memorial Park in Highland, Indiana.
Tempo Run Timing & Events is dedicated to continuing to expand the running community in Northwest Indiana with unique and memorable events. Our mission is to sponsor, host, and direct fun, interactive events while making lasting memories for both runners and walkers alike.
Visit our Website [http://www.temporuntiming.com], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/temporuntiming], or Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/temporuntiming/]to learn more about us!
FIESTA 5K
CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA 5K INCLUDES:
- Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to run!
- Official Fiesta 5k 2026 T-shirt
- 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage after the race!
- 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
- Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos [https://www.bossman-tacos.com/] Free for all participants
- Prizes for Overall Male/Female and Masters M/F
- Awards for Top 3 M/F in each Age Group (8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+) and Clydesdale/Athena
**This race will be professionally timed by Tempo Run Timing. Results will be available on the website shortly after the finish**
HOW TO PARTICIPATE FOR FREE:
Share the link on your confirmation email with your friends & family. Get 5 to sign up & get your race fee refunded!
LIT'L CHURRO RUN 1K (AGES 4-12)
Lit'l Churro Run includes:
- Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to run!
- Official Lit'l Churro Run 2026 T-shirt
- 1 free Churro hot and ready, waiting for you at the finish line!
- 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
- Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos Free for all participants
- This is a fun run and will not be timed
0.0 MILE "RUN"
Not much of a runner? We got just the thing for you! All the fun, without the run
Grab your race bib, toe the starting line, then skip right to the best part... the after party!
CINCO DE MAYO 0.0 MILE "RUN" INCLUDES:
- Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to (not) run!
- A unique start/finish line experience like no other race
- "0.0" magnet for your car (or wherever you'd like to proudly display your achievement)
- 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage after the race!
- 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
- Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos Free for all participants
- Prizes for Top 3 Overall M/F (chosen at random)
___________________________________________________________________
RACE DAY CHECK-IN
WHEN: Sunday, May 3rd
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
WHERE: East Pavilion at Wicker Park 2215 Ridge Rd, Highland, IN 46322
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
WHEN: Saturday May 2nd, 12pm-2pm
WHERE: Fleet Feet - Schererville 635 US-30, Schererville, IN 46375
SCHEDULE FOR EVENT DAY
10:45 am - 11:45 am: Packet pick-up
11:30 am: Lit'l Churro Run (1k for ages 4-12)
11:50 am: 0.0 Mile "Run"
12:00 pm: 5k Run/Walk
Post Race Fiesta: Music and Food/Drinks at the Pavilion
All participants will receive:
- Raffle tickets to win fabulous prizes!
- *Race day T-shirt (5k & 1k participants only)
- Tacos
Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k if they can handle the distance!
**REGISTER BY APRIL 17TH TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT (limited quantities and sizes after that)**
Sponsorship opportunities available! E-mail Race Director, Kirk Cherep at [email protected] for more information.
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