Homerun for the Homeless
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location El Paso, Texas
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and support at the 13th Annual Homerun for the Homeless, taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the scenic Southwest University Park in El Paso! This exciting event features a 5K Run/Fun Walk through the vibrant streets of downtown El Paso, culminating in a celebratory finish inside the ballpark. With a distance of 3.1 miles, this run is perfect for both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a fun walk together.
The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM, rain or shine, and include a Kids Dash at 9:00 AM, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Participants can look forward to chip timing for competitive runners, delightful nutritious snacks, and water at the finish line, as well as the chance to win trophies and signature medals in various age categories. Plus, the first 500 registered participants will receive a free t-shirt and a ticket to an El Paso Chihuahuas baseball game on the same day! Join us in raising funds for the Opportunity Center for the Homeless, and be part of an inspiring event that makes a difference in our community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run
The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM, rain or shine, and include a Kids Dash at 9:00 AM, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Participants can look forward to chip timing for competitive runners, delightful nutritious snacks, and water at the finish line, as well as the chance to win trophies and signature medals in various age categories. Plus, the first 500 registered participants will receive a free t-shirt and a ticket to an El Paso Chihuahuas baseball game on the same day! Join us in raising funds for the Opportunity Center for the Homeless, and be part of an inspiring event that makes a difference in our community. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run
Organiser's Description
13TH ANNUAL
HOMERUN FOR THE HOMELESS
5K RUN/FUN WALK
& KIDS' DASH
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
SOUTHWEST UNIVERSITY PARK
1 BALLPARK PLAZA
ALL MONEY RAISED WILL HELP THE OPPORTUNITY CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS.
THE OC IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION, AND YOUR SPONSORSHIP IS 100% IRS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE!
WHEN:
Saturday, August 15TH, 8:00 AM / Rain or Shine!
WHERE:
Southwest University Park
(Clear bag policy is enforced & no pets are allowed inside the ballpark during the event).
COURSE: 5K Run/Fun Walk through downtown El Paso.
3.1 miles total, ending inside the Southwest University Park.
KIDS DASH: Starts at 9:00 AM inside Southwest University Park,
Home of the El Paso Chihuahuas. Meet Chico!
CHIP TIMING: Guaranteed for all competitive runners who register in advance.
Chip timing is not available for race day registration.
PARKING: Paid parking is available at city meters, Union Plaza Parking Terminal,
and the Convention Center Parking Garage.
Nutritious snacks and water at the finish line.
Meet our sponsors and their services at our Information Expo.
AWARDS AND MEDALS
TROPHY to the top 3 Male and Female winners in the 5K Run.
TROPHY to the Largest Teams & the Most Spirited Team
SIGNATURE MEDALS to the top 3 Male and Female in each 5K Run age group:
12 & under, 13 19, 20 29, 30 39, 40 49, 50 59, 60 69, 70 & over
FINISHER MEDALS TO THE FIRST 800 FINISHERS!
FEES REGULAR RACE DAY
5K Competitive Run $40 N/A
Fun Run/Walk $40 $45
Kids Dash $20 $25
Team Discount A $2 discount for each person for teams of 10 or more. (After the 10th person registers online, the first 9 people will receive a $2 refund. All registrations after will receive the $2 discount. Team registrations must be turned in by July 31, 2026.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR COMPETITIVE 5K.
PLEASE NOTE: Race is subject to capacity limits and may close at any time once capacity has been reached.
*REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.*
Free t-shirt and one (1) El Paso Chihuahuas Baseball Game for the first 500 registered participants. The ticket is valid for the game on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
ADDITIONAL EP CHIHUAHUA TICKETS: Can be purchased at epchihuahuas.com
PACKET & T-SHIRT PICK UP
Friday, August 14
Up and Running
3233 N. Mesa Ste. 205, El Paso, TX 79902
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
RACE DAY
Southwest University Park
6:30 to 7:00 AM
*NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR COMPETITIVE EVENT*
ALL MONEY RAISED WILL HELP THE OPPORTUNITY CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS.
HOMERUN FOR THE HOMELESS
5K RUN/FUN WALK
& KIDS' DASH
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
SOUTHWEST UNIVERSITY PARK
1 BALLPARK PLAZA
ALL MONEY RAISED WILL HELP THE OPPORTUNITY CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS.
THE OC IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION, AND YOUR SPONSORSHIP IS 100% IRS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE!
WHEN:
Saturday, August 15TH, 8:00 AM / Rain or Shine!
WHERE:
Southwest University Park
(Clear bag policy is enforced & no pets are allowed inside the ballpark during the event).
COURSE: 5K Run/Fun Walk through downtown El Paso.
3.1 miles total, ending inside the Southwest University Park.
KIDS DASH: Starts at 9:00 AM inside Southwest University Park,
Home of the El Paso Chihuahuas. Meet Chico!
CHIP TIMING: Guaranteed for all competitive runners who register in advance.
Chip timing is not available for race day registration.
PARKING: Paid parking is available at city meters, Union Plaza Parking Terminal,
and the Convention Center Parking Garage.
Nutritious snacks and water at the finish line.
Meet our sponsors and their services at our Information Expo.
AWARDS AND MEDALS
TROPHY to the top 3 Male and Female winners in the 5K Run.
TROPHY to the Largest Teams & the Most Spirited Team
SIGNATURE MEDALS to the top 3 Male and Female in each 5K Run age group:
12 & under, 13 19, 20 29, 30 39, 40 49, 50 59, 60 69, 70 & over
FINISHER MEDALS TO THE FIRST 800 FINISHERS!
FEES REGULAR RACE DAY
5K Competitive Run $40 N/A
Fun Run/Walk $40 $45
Kids Dash $20 $25
Team Discount A $2 discount for each person for teams of 10 or more. (After the 10th person registers online, the first 9 people will receive a $2 refund. All registrations after will receive the $2 discount. Team registrations must be turned in by July 31, 2026.
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR COMPETITIVE 5K.
PLEASE NOTE: Race is subject to capacity limits and may close at any time once capacity has been reached.
*REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.*
Free t-shirt and one (1) El Paso Chihuahuas Baseball Game for the first 500 registered participants. The ticket is valid for the game on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
ADDITIONAL EP CHIHUAHUA TICKETS: Can be purchased at epchihuahuas.com
PACKET & T-SHIRT PICK UP
Friday, August 14
Up and Running
3233 N. Mesa Ste. 205, El Paso, TX 79902
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
RACE DAY
Southwest University Park
6:30 to 7:00 AM
*NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR COMPETITIVE EVENT*
ALL MONEY RAISED WILL HELP THE OPPORTUNITY CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS.
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