Fiesta Footsteps for Education
About this race
📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
📍 Location: Heroes Stadium, 4707 David Edwards Dr, San Antonio, TX 78233
Bring the whole family for a morning filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! Fiesta Footsteps for Education, sponsored by NEISD Benefits & Wellness and the North East Educational Foundation, kicks off with an exciting Kids Color Fun Run, followed by a lively 5K for participants of all ages. After the race, enjoy our Health & Wellness Fair featuring local vendors, resources, and activities designed to support a healthy lifestyle. Join us for a day that celebrates wellness, togetherness, and education!
AWARDS
- 1st-3rd in age groups, male/female
- Under 18, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Event Timeline
- 7:00 am – Packet Pick-Up and Vendor Fair begins
- 8:00 am – Kids Fun Run Begins (Ages 14 and under)
We encourage the kiddos to run on their own, but parents/guardians are welcome to jog alongside children ages 5 and under. - 8:30 am – 5K Run/Walk begins (The 5K is Chip Timed)
CLICK HERE for the 5K Route
Registration & Participation
You still have time to register to join us at Heroes Stadium! Can’t make it? Consider:
- Donating toward our mission
- Volunteering to help on race day
- Sponsoring the event – sign up HERE
Thank you for supporting educators and students!
Packet Pick-Up
- Campus Employee Pick-Up: Packets will be delivered to the campus you selected during registration on April 27th.
- Community Pick-Up: Pick up your packet April 28th, 7 am – 6 pm at the North East Educational Foundation Office located at 8961 Tesoro Dr, Suite 609, San Antonio, TX 78217. Please bring your ID.
Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers before the event and during the race! This is a great opportunity for high school and college students, retired NEISD employees, or anyone interested in supporting our mission.
Questions? 📞 Call the Foundation Office at (210) 407-0117 or Email foundation@neisd.net
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run & Walk
5K Run & Walk - NEISD Employee (Must Use NEISD Employee ID, Will be Verified)
Until employee verification has been confirmed, your registration status will be marked as pending. You will receive a confirmation email from Foundation@neisd.net once approved.
1k Kid's Color Fun Run
Please note that the 1K Kids Color Fun Run is a color event. During the run, colored powder made from cornstarch will be tossed into the air and onto participants for added fun and excitement. The powder is non-toxic and washable, but children may get colorful from head to toe! We recommend that participants: Wear white or old clothing Consider protective eyewear if sensitive Be aware of any corn or dust sensitivities By registering, parents/guardians acknowledge and consent to their child’s participation in this color portion of the event.
Siesta Walker (Stay at home, walk in your sleep!)
Not an early riser? No problem! 😴 Sign up as a Siesta Walker—stay cozy, sleep in, and still support our students and educators. We’ll do the miles, you enjoy the dreams!
5K Run & Walk - Sponsors Sign Up
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in San Antonio, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:46 AM and sets at 8:14 PM local time (CDT) in San Antonio on May 8, 2027 — 13h 28m of daylight.
Course
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