Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K
- Date Mon 5th May 2025
- Time 5:15PM CDT
- Location Highland, Indiana
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready to fiesta at the 4th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K, taking place on Monday, May 5, 2025, in beautiful Highland, Indiana, at Wicker Memorial Park! This vibrant celebration combines the joy of running with the flavors of Mexico, featuring delicious tacos, refreshing beverages, and a fantastic atmosphere. Join fellow runners and walkers of all ages as you tackle the 5K race, or encourage the young ones to participate in the Lit'l Churro Run, a fun 1K event for ages 4-12.
The festivities kick off at 4:30 PM with packet pick-up, followed by an exciting lineup that includes music, food, and multiple prizes for top finishers across various age groups. Every participant is treated to a race-day T-shirt, a free beer (for those 21+), and a chance to win cool raffle prizes. Plus, for those who prefer to skip the running, the 0.0 Mile "Run" offers all the fun without the sweat. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable community event that promises a day of fun, fitness, and flavorful food!
The festivities kick off at 4:30 PM with packet pick-up, followed by an exciting lineup that includes music, food, and multiple prizes for top finishers across various age groups. Every participant is treated to a race-day T-shirt, a free beer (for those 21+), and a chance to win cool raffle prizes. Plus, for those who prefer to skip the running, the 0.0 Mile "Run" offers all the fun without the sweat. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable community event that promises a day of fun, fitness, and flavorful food!
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 4th 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 5:00 pm to get you ready to run!
- Official Fiesta 5k 2025 T-shirt
- Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
- 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 5:00 pm to get you ready to run!
- Official Lit'l Churro Run 2025 T-shirt
- Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
- 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 5:00 pm 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)
- Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
- 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: Monday, May 5th
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
WHERE: East Pavilion at Wicker Park 2215 Ridge Rd, Highland, IN 46322
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
WHEN: Saturday May 3rd, 12pm-2pm
WHERE: Fleet Feet - Schererville 635 US-30, Schererville, IN 46375
SCHEDULE FOR EVENT DAY
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm: Packet pick-up
5:15 pm: Lit'l Churro Run (1k for ages 4-12)
5:35 pm: 0.0 Mile "Run"
5:45 pm: 5k Run/Walk
Post Race Fiesta: Music and Food/Drinks at the Pavilion
All participants will receive:
- Custom Race Bib
- *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 18TH 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 4th 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 5:00 pm to get you ready to run!
- Official Fiesta 5k 2025 T-shirt
- Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
- 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 5:00 pm to get you ready to run!
- Official Lit'l Churro Run 2025 T-shirt
- Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
- 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 5:00 pm 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)
- Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
- 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: Monday, May 5th
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
WHERE: East Pavilion at Wicker Park 2215 Ridge Rd, Highland, IN 46322
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
WHEN: Saturday May 3rd, 12pm-2pm
WHERE: Fleet Feet - Schererville 635 US-30, Schererville, IN 46375
SCHEDULE FOR EVENT DAY
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm: Packet pick-up
5:15 pm: Lit'l Churro Run (1k for ages 4-12)
5:35 pm: 0.0 Mile "Run"
5:45 pm: 5k Run/Walk
Post Race Fiesta: Music and Food/Drinks at the Pavilion
All participants will receive:
- Custom Race Bib
- *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 18TH 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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