Idea Public Schools 5K
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Event information
The IDEA Public Schools 5K & Healthy Living Expo is scheduled for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Ascarate Park in El Paso, TX. The event is organized by IDEA Public Schools as part of the Healthy Kids Here program and includes a Healthy Living Expo intended to engage the community and encourage families to be active. Proceeds support programming for scholars at IDEA El Paso schools. Parking is free on site. The event is held rain or shine and no refunds are allowed. Packet pick-up is available on March 5 and March 6 at the IDEA El Paso Regional Office and on race day at Ascarate Park.
Races and awards
- 5K - open to El Paso Community, IDEA Team & Family, IDEA Students
- 1 Mile - fun run for community, teams, and students
Entry fees vary by category: community entries listed at $20, team and family entries listed at $15, and student entries listed as free. Every registered runner in the 1 Mile and 5K receives a finisher medal. The 5K awards trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female in four age categories: 12 & Under, 13-18, 18-50, and 50+. The IDEA campus with the most runners on race day receives a traveling trophy to remain at the campus until the next race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.