Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta
- Date
- November 1, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run and Family Fitness Fiesta · 3K Walk and Family Fitness Fiesta
From the Organizer
Open to the entire community, the 16th Annual UTEP Miner Dash (5K Run/3K Walk) and Family Fitness Fiesta is organized by the Department of Kinesiology and brings awareness to the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
The 5K Run and 3K Walk routes traverse the beautiful UTEP campus with its distinctive Bhutanese-styled architecture. Runners and Walkers of all ages can participate.
Proceeds from the event exclusively benefit the ongoing student programs in the UTEP Department of Kinesiology.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
11%
Based on US Climate Normals data from El Paso Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About El Paso, TX
Population
678,147
as of 2023
Elevation
3,680 ft
Nearest Airport
ELP
El Paso International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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146
Days to train
- Race
- Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta
- Date
- November 1, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta?
- Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta is a running race held in El Paso, Texas on November 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026 in El Paso, Texas at The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Annual Miner Dash & Family Fitness Fiesta
Nov 1, 2026