Ponte las Pilas 5k and Fun Run/Walk
About this race
Lace up and Ponte las Pilas! Join us for a fun, family-friendly 5K and Fun Run/Walk celebrating community, wellness, and the power of coming together to support the next generation.
“Ponte las pilas” is a phrase deeply woven into everyday Spanish-speaking culture. Literally translating to “put your batteries in,” it’s a playful way of telling someone to wake up, get energized, and get moving. It’s the kind of encouragement many of us grew up hearing from a parent, grandparent, teacher, or friend—a reminder that when an opportunity comes your way, you have to be ready to take it.
That spirit is at the heart of Firme DFW’s mission: helping first-generation students put their “batteries in” by providing the scholarships, mentorship, and support they need to pursue their goals, build a better future, and make an impact in their communities. Every step in the Ponte las Pilas 5K helps us move that mission forward.
Whether you're chasing a new personal best, getting active with your family, or simply looking for a great way to spend the morning, there’s a place for everyone. Run, walk, cheer each other on, and enjoy a day centered around community, connection, and purpose.
Your participation helps support Firme DFW and our mission to empower first-generation students through scholarships, mentorship, and opportunities for success.
Come ready to move, have fun, and Ponte las Pilas!
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Based on 6 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Dallas, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:15 AM and sets at 5:20 PM local time (CST) in Dallas on December 5, 2026 — 10h 05m of daylight.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 108 Dallas events
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