Chile Pepper Challenge Charity Ride and 5K Walk/Run
Sun, Sep 27, 2026, 3:15 AM MDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk a 5K to support cardiac care in El Paso, enjoying a family-friendly atmosphere and contributing to a crucial community health initiative.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
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- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyJoin the Chile Pepper Challenge Charity 5K Walk/Run in El Paso, TX, a community event dedicated to promoting healthy living and supporting a vital cause. This event welcomes families to participate in the 3.1-mile course, running or walking alongside cyclists. Your participation directly contributes to the University Medical Center Foundation of El Paso's Cardiac Care Fund, aiding in awareness, early screenings, and life-saving treatments for heart disease and stroke in the region. It's a meaningful way to move your body and make a tangible difference.
From the organizer
Description Chile Pepper Challenge Charity Ride and 5K Walk/Run Hosted by The El Paso Bicycle Club benefiting University Medical Center Foundation of El Paso Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Location: Grace Gardens 6709 Westside Dr. El Paso, Texas 79932 General Ride Information: The El Paso Bicycle Club (EPBC) is collaborating with University Medical Center Foundation of El Paso to bring the Chile Pepper Challenge Charity Ride and 5k Walk/Run to the Texas - New Mexico region. This year’s ride will feature the Upper and Mesilla Valleys with 4 different ride routes for cyclists of all skill levels and ambition. All rides are fully supported with rest stops, route markings and SAG vehicles. Proceeds benefit UMC’s Cardiac Care Fund, which supports awareness, early screenings, and life-saving treatments for heart disease and stroke—conditions that disproportionately affect Hispanic communities in our border region. In fact, every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. suffers a heart attack or stroke, making these the top causes of death nationwide. UMC is proud to be recognized with the American Heart Association’s highest honors in stroke care, including the Gold Plus Stroke Elite Plus designation, thanks to our cutting-edge treatment protocols and exceptional neurosciences team. Your support helps bring life-saving cardiac care to those who need it most in El Paso and beyond.
New this Year: This year we are adding a 5k walk/run to promote healthy living for our families within our community. Families are encouraged to participate in the 5k while they wait for their cycling enthusiast to cross the finish line. Age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79.
Distance & Start Time: 62 mile Habanero Ride – start time 7:00 am 5K walk / run - start time 7:15 am 40 mile Chile Rojo Ride – start time 7:30 am 25 mile Chile Verde Ride – start time 8:30 5 mile Family Fun Bell Pepper Ride – start time 9:15 am Rest Stops: (approximately every 15 miles-porta potties available) 62 miles – 4 rest stops 40 miles – 3 rest stops 25 miles - 2 rest stops
Registration July- September 62 mile -$85.00 40 mile – $75.00 25 mile $50.00 5 mile -$30.00 5K walk/run-$30 individual entry
NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION
Included in your registration: Participant Number T-shirts for the first 500 registrations Finisher Medal Post-Ride Food & Beverage Packet Pick Up:
Awards
Medal