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Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5K
May 5, 2022 @ 6:00 pm EDT
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 Inaugural 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.
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Fiesta 5k
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta 5k includes:
– DJ Ricky from 5:00 pm-6 pm to get you ready to run!
– Fiesta 5k Race day T-shirt, Custom Event Glass
– Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
– 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage provided by Dining Solutions by Wicker Park in the Social Center after the race!
– 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
– Food available for purchase from a Mexican-themed food truck (TBD… think tacos!)
– Prizes for Top 3 Overall M/F and Awards for Top 3 M/F in each Age Group! (14 & Under, 15-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
**This race will be professionally timed by Tempo Run Timing. Results will be available on the website shortly after the finish**
**This is a Sponsored Race from Calumet Region Striders** (Coupon code for Striders)
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!
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:
– DJ Ricky 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)
– Fiesta 5k Custom Event Glass
– Multiple pull tabs on the bottom of your bib, redeemable for different items and raffles!
– 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage provided by Dining Solutions by Wicker Park in the Social Center after the race!
– Food available for purchase from a Mexican-themed food truck (TBD… think tacos!)
– 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)
– Prizes for Top 3 Overall M/F (chosen at random)
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RACE DAY CHECK-IN
WHEN: Thursday, May 5th
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
WHERE: Social Center at Wicker Park 2215 Ridge Rd, Highland, IN 46322
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
WHEN: May 4th, 2pm-7pm
WHERE: Fleet Feet – Schererville 635 US-30, Schererville, IN 46375
SCHEDULE FOR EVENT DAY
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm: Race day registration + in-person packet pick-up
5:50 pm: 0.0 Mile “Run”
6:00 pm: 5k Run/Walk
Post Race Fiesta: Music by DJ Ricky and Food/Drinks inside the Social Center
All participants will receive:
– Swag Bag
– Custom Race Bib
– Fiesta 5K Beer Glass
– *Race day T-shirt (5k participants only)
Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k if they can handle the distance!
**REGISTER BY APRIL 20TH TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT**
Sponsorship opportunities available! E-mail Race Director, Kirk Cherep at kirk@temporuntiming.com for more information.