Electric 5k

The Electric 5k is a unique running event held in Las Cruces, New Mexico, featuring a 5K race and a 1 Mile Fun Run. Both races start and finish on W Hadley Avenue near the Meerscheidt Center, with the 5K course running through city streets lined with thousands of spectators awaiting the Las Cruces Electric Light Parade. This closed-course race is known for its flat terrain with less than 10 feet of elevation gain, ideal for fast times.

The event is volunteer-run, offers tech shirts, race swag, age group awards, and prizes for best costume and largest team. Youth 14 and under run free, and proceeds support local youth running programs. Participants enjoy a festive atmosphere at dusk, culminating in the electric parade. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.