Cinco de Mayo - Portland
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Event overview
The Cinco de Mayo event runs from April 25 to May 10, 2026, with main in-person races on May 3, 2026 in Portland, OR. The event includes the following distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run (open to ages 1 - 12)
- Cinco de Mayo Virtual Run
The official race location for in-person events is Sellwood Riverfront Park, 1221 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202. The event’s official charity partner is Go The Distance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports sobriety through fitness and partnerships with local rehabilitation centers.
Logistics and services
Pre-race packet pick-up is available Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Road Runner Sports, 29 NW 23rd Pl, Portland, OR 97210; there is limited bib pick-up on race morning near the start line for extenuating circumstances. Race Village near the start and finish will offer water, snacks, swag for purchase, portable toilets, and hand washing stations. Gear check is available for all athletes wearing bib numbers; runners are asked to bring their own bag and will receive a tyvek wrist band to label the bag.
Aid stations are placed roughly every 2-3 miles and will provide water, sports drink, GU gels, and gummy bear chews. Toilets and first aid kits are available at each aid station and at Race Village. Awards are given 1st to 3rd overall Male and Female for each distance and 1st place in listed age groups. Parking is available at the park and nearby neighborhoods; Oaks Amusement Park offers $5 paid parking a short walk from the start. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
