D.S. Hispanic Heritage Celebration 5K

Location: Sertoma Park

The Hispanic Heritage observance began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson, and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The September 15th date is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for the Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September 18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.

Participants can participate in the 1 Mile walk or 3.1 Mile run in person or virtually. This run begins on time so please arrive at least 15 minutes early to receive your race packet.

Participants can run in the 3.1 Mile for FREE (but will not receive a finishers medal or Tshirt). Participants who wish to receive a medal, must pay a small fee to enter into the race for a finishers medal. Race participants will receive a finishers medal and have the chance to win a prize. T shirts are limited to the first 25 participants. T shirt sizes are not guaranteed after 8/20/2021.

3.1 Mile Racers registration - $25 
Registration price will increase after September 20th. Race Day Registration is available for an non-refundable administration fee of $10

• 5K top age groups winners will receive a trophy. Overall 5K winner will also win a prize.

• Finisher medals will be on sale for $15 for non racers. T Shirts for non racers will be on sale for $20. 

NO REFUNDS due to non participation. If this race is canceled due to COVID-19, partial refunds or exchanges will be issued.

Runners who decides to run in the virtual race will receive their Bib, Finisher Medal, and T-Shirt (first 50 registers only) by mail.