Cinco de Miler
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Event overview
The Cinco de Miler 5-Mile Run is scheduled for May 9, 2026, and is the 15th annual running of the event. The race covers a 5-mile distance through the Montrose Harbor area of Chicago, with parts of the course along Lake Michigan. The finish line is marked by a three-story piñata arch. The event offers an in-person race and a virtual participation option.
Registration, on-course management, and post-race
Registration includes event swag, a commemorative finisher’s medal that doubles as a bottle opener, and food options such as breakfast burritos and horchata. Registered participants receive one complimentary beer or Mexican Mule for those 21 and older, free race photos, and access to the post-race Cantina where Mexican food and live mariachi music are part of the post-race offerings. The course is professionally managed and races are professionally timed. The event also provides options for group registration, volunteer participation, and information about lodging and training. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
