Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta

NOV
1
2026
Join a community run and walk through the unique Bhutanese architecture of the UTEP campus. This inclusive event features 5K and 3K distances to support health awareness and university kinesiology programs.
Sun 1 Nov 2026
5 kilometers

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Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta

The Annual Miner Dash and Family Fitness Fiesta is an athletic event held at The University of Texas at El Paso. Organized by the Department of Kinesiology, the event focuses on bringing awareness to the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The routes take participants across the university campus, which is known for its distinctive Bhutanese-styled architecture.

The event offers two primary distances for participants:

  • 5K run
  • 3K walk

Registration is open to the general community, including runners, walkers, and individuals in wheelchairs of all ages. Proceeds from the registration fees support the ongoing programs developed by the UTEP Kinesiology Department. The event combines active movement with a fitness fiesta atmosphere on the university grounds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
3k Walk