Fiesta 5k Challenge - Benefiting Emory ALS Center
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cumming, Georgia
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the Fiesta 5K Challenge, taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Cumming, Forsyth! This vibrant event kicks off your Cinco de Mayo celebrations while supporting a crucial cause—raising funds for the Emory ALS Center. Participants can look forward to a thrilling 5K race and a fun Kids Fun Run, with the added option to join as a Virtual Runner. In honor of the late Jon Blais, who bravely fought ALS, this event not only celebrates life but also remembers those affected by this challenging disease.
Starting from the Cumming City Center, runners will enjoy a chip-timed experience, free race photos, and the excitement of receiving a finisher medal! Plus, every registered participant by April 16th will receive a race T-shirt. With 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Emory ALS Center, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with energy, support, and hope. Whether you're running in person or virtually, join the mission to stop ALS and make a difference in the lives of many!
Starting from the Cumming City Center, runners will enjoy a chip-timed experience, free race photos, and the excitement of receiving a finisher medal! Plus, every registered participant by April 16th will receive a race T-shirt. With 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Emory ALS Center, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with energy, support, and hope. Whether you're running in person or virtually, join the mission to stop ALS and make a difference in the lives of many!
Organiser's Description
SOMETHING BIG IS COMING! 20 YEARS - 1 CAUSE
KICK OFF YOUR CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION WITH THE FIESTA 5K CHALLENGE!
We are on a mission to stop ALS. The Fiesta 5k Challenge is held in memory of Jon Blais, who died from ALS in 2005, and in honor of all who are living with ALS and those who have lost their lives because of it.
NEW LOCATION: Cumming City Center
423 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA 30040
Free parking is available in the parking garage and surface lots located within the City Center.
RESTROOMS ARE LOCATED ON THE LOWER LEVEL OF THE CUMMING CITY CENTER
5K and Kids Fun Run options, as well as Virtual Runner
All participants receive a race T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by April 16th)
New this year: All finishers will get a finisher medal! (including Virtual Runners)
* FREE PHOTOS!
* CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE
AS ALWAYS, FOR 20 YEARS, 100% OF THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE EMORY ALS CENTER
Follow us on Instagram @runloco4als and join the Facebook Group called @runLOCO4ALS [https://www.facebook.com/groups/345213836435994/]
Event will be held rain or shine.
#RUNLOCO4ALS
KICK OFF YOUR CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION WITH THE FIESTA 5K CHALLENGE!
We are on a mission to stop ALS. The Fiesta 5k Challenge is held in memory of Jon Blais, who died from ALS in 2005, and in honor of all who are living with ALS and those who have lost their lives because of it.
NEW LOCATION: Cumming City Center
423 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA 30040
Free parking is available in the parking garage and surface lots located within the City Center.
RESTROOMS ARE LOCATED ON THE LOWER LEVEL OF THE CUMMING CITY CENTER
5K and Kids Fun Run options, as well as Virtual Runner
All participants receive a race T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by April 16th)
New this year: All finishers will get a finisher medal! (including Virtual Runners)
* FREE PHOTOS!
* CHIP-TIMED 5K RACE
AS ALWAYS, FOR 20 YEARS, 100% OF THE PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE EMORY ALS CENTER
Follow us on Instagram @runloco4als and join the Facebook Group called @runLOCO4ALS [https://www.facebook.com/groups/345213836435994/]
Event will be held rain or shine.
#RUNLOCO4ALS
Races
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Fiesta 5k Challenge
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt--SIZES NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 4/16/26
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
CLOSEDThe FIESTA 5k is a chip-timed race and runners must be checked in by 7:45am to receive an official finish time. T-shirt included - guaranteed if registered by April 16, 2026. Awards will be presented to the Overall Male/Female, Overall Masters Male/ Female, and Top 3 in Age Group categories of 5 year increments. -
Fiesta Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt--SIZES NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 4/16/26
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSEDT-shirt is included with registration - guaranteed if registered by April 16, 2026. This one's for the little ones but parents can certainly run alongside! -
Virtual Runner
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt--SIZES NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 4/16/26
$38.10
CLOSEDT-shirts will be mailed after May 4, 2026.
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