Fiesta 5k Challenge - Benefiting Emory ALS Center

Event 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.

Mission Statement

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

This is an In-Person race with Virtual options.

• Free Photos: Enjoy complimentary race day photos!
• Chip-timed 5k race: Get accurate timing for your performance.
• Awesome t-shirt: Guaranteed if registered by 4/16/26.

Community Engagement

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.

For Virtual Runners

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

Weather Policy

Event will be held rain or shine.

Event Hashtag

#runLOCO4ALS

Location and Date

Date: 2026-05-02

Address: 423 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA

Race Registration

For more information and to register, visit the official race page: Fiesta 5k Challenge.