Sixto Maldonado Jr. Memorial 5K
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Sixto Maldonado, Jr. Memorial 5K Run / 2 Mile Walk
The Sixto Maldonado, Jr. Memorial 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk takes place on August 15, 2026, at Maldonado Park in Firebaugh, California. The event honors the life and service of Officer Sixto Maldonado, Jr., who died while serving the City of Firebaugh on August 19, 1975. Nearly 50 years later, the community continues the memorial.
The event includes these distances:
- 5K run
- 2 Mile walk
Proceeds from the event will fund a scholarship for graduating seniors at Firebaugh High School who plan to continue their education. Entry information lists a fee of $32.80, including fees, and registration opens June 1, 2026. The listed place for the event is Maldonado Park, Firebaugh, CA 93622.
Organizers frame the run and walk as a community memorial and a fundraising effort to support local students. The format accommodates runners, walkers, volunteers, and spectators, and it is presented as a way to remember the officer and support scholarships for area graduates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.