5inco De Miles
About this race
5INCO DE MILES y Las Millas de Oro SD
Giving Back 🐾
Doggy Mile proceeds benefit Kane’s K9s & Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping abandoned and at-risk animals find loving homes.
Our Inspiration: Heritage, History, and the South Bay
A Legacy Reborn at the Bayfront
We are proud to bring high-level racing back to the Chula Vista Bayfront—a location with deep roots in distance running history. In the 1990s, this very ground hosted the prestigious Arturo Barrios Invitational, honoring one of the greatest long-distance runners of all time.
Arturo Barrios Flores, a renowned Mexican-American runner and two-time Olympian (1988, 1992), famously set world records in the 10,000 meters (27:08.23) and the one-hour run. By hosting 5inco de Miles here, we aim to revitalize the South Bay racing scene and honor the distinguished legacy Barrios left behind in our community.
La Batalla de las Millas
Inspired by Mexican heritage and the spirit of the Battle of Puebla, La Batalla de las Millas (The Battle of the Miles) is more than just a race. It is a celebration of resilience and culture.
We’ve designed this event to blend competition and community into a unique Cinco de Mayo experience. Whether you are sprinting for a personal best or walking with your pup, we believe that every mile deserves to be celebrated.
Race Options
- 5K – Open to all runners and walkers
- Open Mile 39 and under
- Masters Mile – For athletes 40+
- Kids’ fun 1k – Ages 13 and under
- Doggy Mile – A fun, untimed mile for participants running or walking with their pets
Join fellow runners on May 3, 2026 for the 5inco De Miles. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K, 1K featuring a flat and fast course in Chula Vista.
Pick your distance
Running
5K
5k people will have 90min to complete this race before we start the Mile races.
Masters Milla de Oro
40 + years old
Open Milla de Oro
Ages 39 and Under including fast youth who want a time in the mile
Dogs Milla de Oro
Dogs will get a medal . You will have 30min to complete this race with your pets.
Kids 1K Fun Run
For all kids wanting to run 1k and have fun.
Virtual 5inco de Miles 5K
This race is for anyone who wants to support the race virtually . The fee will cover you shipping .
Virtual Milla de Oro
This will be a virtual event for the Dog mile, kids mile , open or master. Your medal and shirt will be shipped to you.
Weather Overview
These values represent the 1-year monthly averages for May in Chula Vista.
About Chula Vista
5inco De Miles takes place in Chula Vista, California, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Chula Vista
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- Chula Vista Running Calendar 2026 See all upcoming race dates.
Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.