Fiesta 5k Challenge - Benefiting Emory ALS Center
Sat, May 2, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Virtual
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At a glance
Kick off Cinco de Mayo with a festive 5K and Kids' Fun Run, dedicated to supporting the Emory ALS Center.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseJoin the Fiesta 5k Challenge in Cumming, GA, a vibrant event kicking off Cinco de Mayo festivities. This race holds a special mission: to stop ALS, honoring those living with the disease and remembering those lost. Celebrating 20 years, 100% of proceeds directly benefit the Emory ALS Center. Choose from a chip-timed 5K or a Kids’ Fun Run, with a virtual option available. It's a meaningful way to celebrate and contribute to a vital cause.
What to expect
- Runners can enjoy a chip-timed 5K or a Kids’ Fun Run, with a virtual option available.
- All participants receive a race T-shirt, and 5K finishers earn a medal.
- Free photos will capture your race day memories.
Standout details
- 100% of proceeds benefit Emory ALS Center
- Finisher medal for 5K participants
- Free race photos
- Kids’ Fun Run option
Perks & features
- Chip Timed
- Medal
- Shirt
Chip Timed
Medal
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From the organizer
Something big is coming! 20 Years - 1 Cause
Kick off your Cinco de Mayo celebration with the Fiesta 5k Challenge!
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.
NEW LOCATION: Cumming City Center 423 Canton Rd., Cumming, GA 30040 Free parking is available in the parking garage and surface lots located within the City Center. Restrooms are located on the lower level of the Cumming City Center
5K and Kids’ Fun Run options, as well as Virtual Runner
All participants receive a race T-shirt (guaranteed if registered by April 16th)
New this year: All finishers will get a finisher medal! (including Virtual Runners)
Free Photos! Chip-timed 5k race As always, for 20 years, 100% of the proceeds benefit the Emory ALS Center
Follow us on Instagram @runloco4als and join the Facebook Group called @runLOCO4ALS
Event will be held rain or shine.
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