Sixto Maldonado, Jr. Memorial 5K Run / 2 Mile Walk 2026

The Officer Sixto Maldonado, Jr. Memorial 5K Run & 2 Mile Walk is a fall community race held at Maldonado Park in Firebaugh, California. It offers participants a 5K run or a 2-mile walk, accommodating those who wish to compete and those who prefer a more relaxed pace. The event commemorates Officer Sixto Maldonado, Jr., who died in service to the City of Firebaugh. Proceeds from the event provide a scholarship for graduating seniors from Firebaugh High School pursuing higher education. Participants can choose to run, walk, volunteer, or spectate, making it a local remembrance and school-support occasion alongside the race.