Tacos & Tequila 5k
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Lawrenceville, Georgia
- Price $59.30 - $64.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style at the 5th Annual Tacos & Tequila 5K on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Lawrenceville, Georgia! This exciting event kicks off at CoolRay Field, where runners and fiesta lovers alike will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with delicious tacos from various local vendors. The race begins at 11:00 AM, and participants can look forward to not just a fun run, but also a fantastic post-race fiesta that includes chips, salsa, and a refreshing margarita (or lemonade for those under 21).
This year's event not only promises a memorable experience but also supports the Lawrenceville Co-Op, helping feed over 350 families each week. With a portion of the registration fee donated to this noble cause, you can have fun while making a difference in the community. Runners will receive a custom medal, a blend t-shirt, and the coveted TNT Sombrero upon crossing the finish line. Plus, awards will be given for top finishers, best costumes, and more! Don’t miss out on this lively celebration of fitness, community, and culture—mark your calendars and get ready for a fiesta like no other!
This year's event not only promises a memorable experience but also supports the Lawrenceville Co-Op, helping feed over 350 families each week. With a portion of the registration fee donated to this noble cause, you can have fun while making a difference in the community. Runners will receive a custom medal, a blend t-shirt, and the coveted TNT Sombrero upon crossing the finish line. Plus, awards will be given for top finishers, best costumes, and more! Don’t miss out on this lively celebration of fitness, community, and culture—mark your calendars and get ready for a fiesta like no other!
Organiser's Description
HIGH 5 TO CINCO A~NOS!
Like Tacos? Like Tequila? How about a fiesta during and after? You have found the right race!
Welcome to the 5TH ANNUAL TACOS & TEQUILA 5K hosted by Performance Race Services at our new location, CoolRay Field!
This year we will offer various taco vendors for you to chose from.
This race supports local LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP who feeds over 350 families per week (visit them at www.lawrencevilleco-op.org [http://www.lawrencevilleco-op.org] ) with a portion of of your registration fee being donated. Please also consider making either a $ donation during sign up or an item donation race day to help. As we go into summer, there are many in our community that are in need and would be greatly helped by your generosity.
Tacos & Tequila 5k with Performance Race Services along with your help has donated $20,000 to the Lawrenceville Co-Op over the past 4 years. THANK YOU!
SWAG:
Runners who sign up before the shirt cut off will receive a blend t-shirt, and EVERY runners will receive a custom Tacos & Tequila 5k medal, 2 tacos, chips with salsa and 1 Margarita (or lemonade if under 21). *You can purchase more food or drinks if you like.
**Plus you are going to get the coveted TNT Sombreo when you cross the finish line!
*GUARANTEED T-SHIRT CUT OFF IS 04/12/26*
**Once shirts are ordered, we will update the inventory in the registration site, if you are unable to choose the size you want, you can either choose a different size or First Come Frist Serve after the race to see if your size is available. If you choose a different size you can try to exchange AFTER the race. After the race will be First Come First Serve or exchanges.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall M and F finishers, Master Top 3 M and F along with top 3 M and F in the below age groups:
1-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Also, Awards for the BEST COSTUME, DOG COSTUME, BEST MEXICAN GRITO SCREAM AND THIS YEAR THE LARGEST TEAM!
RACE INFORMATION:
*PLEASE NOTE, EVERYONE WHO IS 21 AND OVER WILL BE ISSUED A DRINK BAND ON RACE DAY WITH ID VERIFICATION (VOLUNTEERS WILL PUT ON) AND THE BAND MUST BE WORN TO RECEIVE YOUR DRINK AFTER THE RACE.
*YOUR BIB WILL HAVE TWO TEAR OFF TICKETS, ONE FOR YOUR TACOS AND ONE FOR YOUR DRINK. PLEASE DON'T LOSE THEM.
DATE: Saturday 05/02/2026
RACE START TIME: 11:00AM (course shuts down at 1:00PM) and the Fiesta part goes to 2:00PM
_*Music/Fiesta start time at 9:00AM_
START LOCATION: In front of Main Entrance of Gwinnett Stripers
RACE LOCATION: CoolRay Field - 2500 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
EARLY PACKET PICK UP: Friday 05/01: Big Peach Running - Suwanee from 5 - 7PM
DAY OF RACE PACKET PICK UP: Saturday 05/02: Starting at 9:30am at the Gwinnett Stripers Stadium - 2500 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
RESTROOMS: Located inside stadium
**ALL SPONSOR AND VENDOR REQUEST PLEASE EITHER USE THE SPONSOR AND VENDOR APPLICATION ON THIS PAGE OR EMAIL US AT [email protected] , IT HAS COME TO OUR ATTENTION SOMEONE IS TRYING TO SELL SPONSOR/VENDOR SPOTS WHO IS NOT PART OF US OR THIS EVENT.
FOLLOW US AT:
TNT5k Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078384876200&mibextid=LQQJ4d]
TNT5k Instagram [https://instagram.com/tacosandtequila5k?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=]
Like Tacos? Like Tequila? How about a fiesta during and after? You have found the right race!
Welcome to the 5TH ANNUAL TACOS & TEQUILA 5K hosted by Performance Race Services at our new location, CoolRay Field!
This year we will offer various taco vendors for you to chose from.
This race supports local LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP who feeds over 350 families per week (visit them at www.lawrencevilleco-op.org [http://www.lawrencevilleco-op.org] ) with a portion of of your registration fee being donated. Please also consider making either a $ donation during sign up or an item donation race day to help. As we go into summer, there are many in our community that are in need and would be greatly helped by your generosity.
Tacos & Tequila 5k with Performance Race Services along with your help has donated $20,000 to the Lawrenceville Co-Op over the past 4 years. THANK YOU!
SWAG:
Runners who sign up before the shirt cut off will receive a blend t-shirt, and EVERY runners will receive a custom Tacos & Tequila 5k medal, 2 tacos, chips with salsa and 1 Margarita (or lemonade if under 21). *You can purchase more food or drinks if you like.
**Plus you are going to get the coveted TNT Sombreo when you cross the finish line!
*GUARANTEED T-SHIRT CUT OFF IS 04/12/26*
**Once shirts are ordered, we will update the inventory in the registration site, if you are unable to choose the size you want, you can either choose a different size or First Come Frist Serve after the race to see if your size is available. If you choose a different size you can try to exchange AFTER the race. After the race will be First Come First Serve or exchanges.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall M and F finishers, Master Top 3 M and F along with top 3 M and F in the below age groups:
1-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Also, Awards for the BEST COSTUME, DOG COSTUME, BEST MEXICAN GRITO SCREAM AND THIS YEAR THE LARGEST TEAM!
RACE INFORMATION:
*PLEASE NOTE, EVERYONE WHO IS 21 AND OVER WILL BE ISSUED A DRINK BAND ON RACE DAY WITH ID VERIFICATION (VOLUNTEERS WILL PUT ON) AND THE BAND MUST BE WORN TO RECEIVE YOUR DRINK AFTER THE RACE.
*YOUR BIB WILL HAVE TWO TEAR OFF TICKETS, ONE FOR YOUR TACOS AND ONE FOR YOUR DRINK. PLEASE DON'T LOSE THEM.
DATE: Saturday 05/02/2026
RACE START TIME: 11:00AM (course shuts down at 1:00PM) and the Fiesta part goes to 2:00PM
_*Music/Fiesta start time at 9:00AM_
START LOCATION: In front of Main Entrance of Gwinnett Stripers
RACE LOCATION: CoolRay Field - 2500 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
EARLY PACKET PICK UP: Friday 05/01: Big Peach Running - Suwanee from 5 - 7PM
DAY OF RACE PACKET PICK UP: Saturday 05/02: Starting at 9:30am at the Gwinnett Stripers Stadium - 2500 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
RESTROOMS: Located inside stadium
**ALL SPONSOR AND VENDOR REQUEST PLEASE EITHER USE THE SPONSOR AND VENDOR APPLICATION ON THIS PAGE OR EMAIL US AT [email protected] , IT HAS COME TO OUR ATTENTION SOMEONE IS TRYING TO SELL SPONSOR/VENDOR SPOTS WHO IS NOT PART OF US OR THIS EVENT.
FOLLOW US AT:
TNT5k Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078384876200&mibextid=LQQJ4d]
TNT5k Instagram [https://instagram.com/tacosandtequila5k?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=]
Races
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5k Race
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd May 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$64.60
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Virtual 5k
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
$59.30
Love our Tacos & Tequila 5k swag? Want to support the Co-op but cannot make race day? Sign up for the virtual run and we will mail you your swag! Your bib will still allow you to get your Tacos and Margarita at the race on 05/02/26
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