Homerun for the Homeless
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location El Paso, Texas
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Homerun for the Homeless on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Southwest University Park in El Paso! This exciting event features a 5K Run/Fun Walk and a Kids' Dash, all aimed at supporting the Opportunity Center for the Homeless. Participants can enjoy a scenic 3.1-mile course through downtown El Paso, concluding inside the vibrant ballpark. The Kids' Dash kicks off at 9:00 AM, making it a fantastic family-friendly day.
Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking to have fun, there's something for everyone. The 5K Run offers chip timing for those who register in advance, while awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, as well as trophies for the largest and most spirited teams. Plus, the first 500 registered participants will receive a free t-shirt and a ticket to an El Paso Chihuahuas baseball game! Registration is now open, and all proceeds will go directly to helping the elderly and frail homeless in our community. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and fun!
Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking to have fun, there's something for everyone. The 5K Run offers chip timing for those who register in advance, while awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, as well as trophies for the largest and most spirited teams. Plus, the first 500 registered participants will receive a free t-shirt and a ticket to an El Paso Chihuahuas baseball game! Registration is now open, and all proceeds will go directly to helping the elderly and frail homeless in our community. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
12TH ANNUAL
HOMERUN FOR THE HOMELESS
PRESENTED BY MARATHON PETROLEUM
5K RUN/FUN WALK
& KIDS' DASH
PRESENTED BY GEPAR
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9,2025
SOUTHWEST UNIVERSITY PARK
1 BALLPARK PLAZA
ALL MONEY RAISED WILL HELP THE OPPORTUNITY CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS IN ITS CARE OF THE ELDERLY AND FRAIL HOMELESS, TO INCLUDE LA CASA DE LAS ABUELITAS AND THE ABUELOS LOCATED AT THE WILLIE SANCHEZ ROSALES CENTER.
THE OC IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION AND YOUR SPONSORSHIP IS 100% IRS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE!
WHEN:
Saturday, August 9TH, 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
FEES REGULAR RACE DAY
5K Competitive Run $35 N/A
Fun Run/Walk $35 $40
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 25th, 2025.
All online registrations will incur a convenience fee.
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 9, 2025.
ADDITIONAL EP CHIHUAHUA TICKETS: Can be purchased at epchihuahuas.com
PACKET & T-SHIRT PICK UP
Friday, August 8
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 IN ITS CARE OF THE ELDERLY AND FRAIL HOMELESS, TO INCLUDE LA CASA DE LAS ABUELITAS AND THE ABUELOS LOCATED AT THE WILLIE SANCHEZ ROSALES CENTER.
HOMERUN FOR THE HOMELESS
PRESENTED BY MARATHON PETROLEUM
5K RUN/FUN WALK
& KIDS' DASH
PRESENTED BY GEPAR
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9,2025
SOUTHWEST UNIVERSITY PARK
1 BALLPARK PLAZA
ALL MONEY RAISED WILL HELP THE OPPORTUNITY CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS IN ITS CARE OF THE ELDERLY AND FRAIL HOMELESS, TO INCLUDE LA CASA DE LAS ABUELITAS AND THE ABUELOS LOCATED AT THE WILLIE SANCHEZ ROSALES CENTER.
THE OC IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION AND YOUR SPONSORSHIP IS 100% IRS TAX-DEDUCTIBLE!
WHEN:
Saturday, August 9TH, 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
FEES REGULAR RACE DAY
5K Competitive Run $35 N/A
Fun Run/Walk $35 $40
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 25th, 2025.
All online registrations will incur a convenience fee.
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 9, 2025.
ADDITIONAL EP CHIHUAHUA TICKETS: Can be purchased at epchihuahuas.com
PACKET & T-SHIRT PICK UP
Friday, August 8
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 IN ITS CARE OF THE ELDERLY AND FRAIL HOMELESS, TO INCLUDE LA CASA DE LAS ABUELITAS AND THE ABUELOS LOCATED AT THE WILLIE SANCHEZ ROSALES CENTER.
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