Cinco De Mayo Run: Against All Odds HOUSTON

Eleanor Tinsley Park (Course Map will be emailed), Houston TX

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

🌶️ Run Against All Odds: Cinco de Mayo Run! 🌟

This Cinco de Mayo, challenge yourself and celebrate resilience, community, and culture with the Cinco de Mayo Run Against All Odds! Whether you’re running for fun or for fitness, this event is all about pushing limits and embracing the spirit of overcoming obstacles—just like the holiday itself!

📅 Overview

Registration: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
Group Size: This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All Welcome: All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
Support: There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you!

⏱️ Timing

Optional Timing: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, etc.) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online.
No Timing Chips: This is a stress-free run to support you in achieving your goals!
Coordinator Help: You can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.

🎁 What You Get (Swag Bag)

Running T-Shirt: Shipped to the address you register with - US only.
Finisher's Towel: Or Giveaway.
Finisher's Medal: Shipped - Email us after the run.
Training Pack: & Free Giveaways.

📦 Packet Pickup

No Hassle: Swag shipped direct to your address (Ensure you provide your full, correct US mailing address).
Race Bibs: Provided on race day.

⏳ When will I get my Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

📧 Race Updates

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

🔄 Do you accept last minute registrations?

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

🏁 Wave Times

Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: info@thebestraces.com

Wave A: 7:30AM
Wave B: 8:00AM
Wave C: 8:30AM

🌍 Virtual Run Option

Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!

🏅 Race Bundle

Sign-up for more races and get a discount! We'll send you your shirts for each race together. If you complete 3 of our runs, we’ll send you a Custom Runner Marble Plaque (in lieu of the 2nd/3rd Medal)!

🛍️ Gift Certificates

Gift a race to a friend or family member on a beautiful Gift Voucher. Just email us at info@thebestraces.com or purchase in store.

📣 Sponsorships & Promoting your Business

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love to showcase your business! Visit https://www.thebestraces.com/events.

🤝 Team Glo Volunteers

If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/

💖 Run for Others: Make a Difference

Our 4 core fundraising themes are: Cancer, Water, Education, & Other Causes. These core values drive our mission and shape our approach to fundraising, ensuring that every effort contributes to a more equitable and hopeful world.

If you’re a Non-Profit or an individual wanting to work together, feel free to contact us for more information at contact@thebestraces.com. Or find out more at www.thebestracesjourney.com.