Fiesta 5k Challenge - Benefiting Emory ALS Center

Fiesta 5k Challenge - Benefiting Emory ALS Center

Date: 2026-05-02

Location: 423 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA

URL: Fiesta 5k Challenge

Race Overview

Kick off your Cinco de Mayo celebration with the Fiesta 5k Challenge! This is our 20th annual race so lace up your running shoes and join us as we #runLOCO4ALS.

Purpose

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.

Race Details

• In-Person and Virtual Options: This is an In-Person race with Virtual options.
• Free Photos: Participants will receive free photos during the event!
• Chip-timed 5k: The race will be chip-timed for accurate results.
• Amazing T-shirt: Awesome t-shirt guaranteed if registered by 4/16/26.

Finisher Medal

Finisher medal for 5k race!

Social Media

Join the Facebook Group called @runLOCO4ALS. Use the hashtag #runLOCO4ALS and post your pics & videos in the group. Make sure to also follow us on Instagram @runloco4als.

Instructions for Virtual Runners

Virtual Runners: You will receive email instructions on how to upload your results.

Weather Policy

Event will be held rain or shine.

#runLOCO4ALS