4 running, walking, and fun run events in Highland, Indiana

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 5th Annual 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:

• Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to run!

• Official Fiesta 5k 2026 T-shirt

• 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage after the race!

• 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)

• Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos 😋 Free for all participants

• Prizes for Overall Male/Female and Masters M/F

• Awards for Top 3 M/F in each Age Group (8 and under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+) and Clydesdale/Athena

This race will be professionally timed by Tempo Run Timing. Results will be available on the website shortly after the finish

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!

Lit'l Churro Run 1k (ages 4-12)

Lit'l Churro Run includes:

• Music starting at 11:00 am to get you ready to run!

• Official Lit'l Churro Run 2026 T-shirt

• 1 free Churro hot and ready, waiting for you at the finish line!

• 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)

• Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos 😋 Free for all participants

• This is a fun run and will not be timed

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:

• Music starting at 11:00 am 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)

• 1 Free Beer (21+)/Beverage after the race!

• 1 free Raffle entry (additional entries can be purchased on site)

• Food! We'll have a taco bar catered by Boss Man Tacos 😋 Free for all participants

• Prizes for Top 3 Overall M/F (chosen at random)

RACE DAY CHECK-IN

WHEN: Sunday, May 3rd

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

WHERE: East Pavilion at Wicker Park 2215 Ridge Rd, Highland, IN 46322

EARLY PACKET PICKUP

WHEN: Saturday May 2nd, 12pm-2pm

WHERE: Fleet Feet - Schererville 635 US-30, Schererville, IN 46375

SCHEDULE FOR EVENT DAY

10:45 am - 11:45 am: Packet pick-up

11:30 am: Lit'l Churro Run (1k for ages 4-12)

11:50 am: 0.0 Mile "Run"

12:00 pm: 5k Run/Walk

Post Race Fiesta: Music and Food/Drinks at the Pavilion

All participants will receive:

• Raffle tickets to win fabulous prizes!

• *Race day T-shirt (5k & 1k participants only)

• Tacos

Kids are welcome to participate in the 5k if they can handle the distance!

REGISTER BY APRIL 17TH TO BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT (limited quantities and sizes after that)

Sponsorship opportunities available! E-mail Race Director, Kirk Cherep at [email protected] for more information.

Join us Saturday, June 6, 2025 9 AM to 2 PM, for the "We Fight Together" 3K Walk Run as we raise awareness about the dangers of drug poisonings & overdoses.

Location: Wicker Park - Pavilion A, located at 8554 Indianapolis Boulevard, Highland IN (west entrance)

Event Schedule

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Vendors, Gathering, Music, Lunch

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Walk/Run Registration opens

12:00 AM – Welcome – Patty Stovall Founder/CEO

12:15 PM – Guest Speaker – TBD

12:25 PM – Guest Speaker – TBD

12:35 PM – Board of Directors

12:45 PM – Line-up

1:00 PM – 3K Runners and Walkers

2:00 PM – Awards and closing announcements

WAYS TO PARTICIPATE:

"We Fight Together" Walk/Run – FREE to participate – Create a fundraising page and set a goal. Participants who raise a minimum of $100.00 will receive an event t-shirt and a gift bag.

Individual – Ask your friends and family to support you in fundraising. Share the mission and your personal story for walking.

Form a TEAM! – Gather four or more of your friends, family members, or co-workers to walk or run together!

If you or your organization would like to SPONSOR this event, please use our sponsor link.

Want to be a VENDOR? You can find our registration link HERE.

On the morning of Saturday, June 6th, 2026, runners and walkers will come together at Wicker Park in Highland, Indiana, for the fourth annual "We Fight Together: Drug Poisoning/Overdose Awareness 3K Walk/Run." This event unites the community in the fight against the devastating impact of drug poisoning and overdose by honoring lives lost, supporting those affected, and promoting awareness, education, and prevention.

All funds raised will support Sounds of Sarah Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing prevention, education, and advocacy focused on the dangers of illicit fentanyl, counterfeit drugs, and addiction. Our mission is to raise awareness of the nationwide opioid epidemic, provide prevention services, and ensure the public has access to life-saving information and resources. Beyond the tragic fatalities caused by drug poisoning, countless nonfatal overdoses occur, leaving lasting emotional and economic consequences for families and communities. With fentanyl poisoning remaining the leading cause of death among individuals aged 18 to 45, as reported by the CDC, this crisis demands urgent action.100% of donations directly support Sounds of Sarah's programs, including Link4Life and the EMBRACE program, expanding resources and outreach to save lives. All donations are tax-deductible as allowable by law.

Learn more about Sounds of Sarah Inc. by visiting www.soundsofsarah.org.