Tijuana is inviting the public to take part in the “Corre Sin Tabaco” (Run Without Tobacco) 5K, a race designed to boost physical activity, strengthen family bonds, and discourage tobacco and substance use.
The event, announced by the 25th Tijuana City Hall led by Mayor Ismael Burgueño Ruiz through the Secretariat of Humanistic Development, is set for Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the CREA Sports Unit.
Florina Righetti Rojo, director of the Municipal Institute of Mental Health and Addictions (IMSAMA), said the race aims to shine a spotlight on the dangers of tobacco especially for children and teens by offering a fun, healthy alternative through sports.
“For IMSAMA, it’s crucial to promote activities like this one,” Righetti Rojo said. “We want Tijuana’s running community and residents in general to have access to healthy choices and embrace a tobacco-free lifestyle.”
Rafael de la Torre, representative of the brand “Pinche Gordito Runner,” stressed the importance of creating spaces where citizens can come together to improve their well-being and strengthen the social fabric as more preventive actions focused on the physical and mental health of Tijuana’s residents are needed.
How to Join the Race
Those interested can sign up online using the following form: https://forms.gle/d41Ap4HUJMGQTQzx6
After completing the online registration, participants must pay $206 pesos ($12 USD) to receive their official runner’s number.
Race numbers can be picked up at two locations:
- IMSAMA offices – 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Women’s Therapeutic Community (COTRRSA) – 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The “Run Without Tobacco” race is part of World No Tobacco Day, observed every May 31 under the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about the risks of tobacco use.
The race announcement was attended by César Aramis González Guerrero, head of the Municipal Institute of Sports; Brenda Irene García, director of Crime Prevention and Citizen Participation; Adrián Ceballos Andrade, head of Promotions and Events at Corporación del Fuerte; Daniel Omar Calvillo Guevara, director of Clínicas NACER A.C.; and Iliana Rocha Cachus, winner of the second stage of the Sánchez Taboada Athletic Series. Media representatives were also present.
The Tijuana City Hall reaffirms its commitment to promoting prevention and overall health, working hand-in-hand with institutions, associations, and citizens to build a Tijuana that is active, healthy, and free from addiction.
