Which New Mexico cities have the most 5K races?
Albuquerque (26), Sunland Park (3), Las Cruces (3), Santa Teresa (2) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
New Mexico · 5K
5K Races in New Mexico
Every upcoming 5K in New Mexico, all 49 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
49 upcoming 5K races · 18 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The New Mexico races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
5K Races by City
Soonest 5K Races in New Mexico
49 total Sun, Aug 2, 2026Hella Fresh 5k Albuquerque, NMFrom $40Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5k Run/Walk Albuquerque, NMFrom $50Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Our Children Are Sacred Zuni, NMFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026Tour De Tolerance Santa Teresa, NMFrom $45Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026ABQ MUSEUM DASH Albuquerque, NMFrom $22Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026JT 5000 Albuquerque, NMFrom $25Register Sun, Aug 23, 2026NM SUNFLOWER RUN Albuquerque, NMFrom $45Details Fri, Aug 28, 2026Run for Catron County Quemado, NMFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Run the Runway & Mutt Strut 5K Albuquerque, NMFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 6, 2026The Well 5k Farmington, NMFrom $35Register Sat, Sep 12, 2026Los Alamos NJROTC Extreme 5k and Fun Run Los Alamos, NMFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 20263rd Annual End DWI and support Rehoboth June Camp 5k, 10k, 1-mile Kid's run, and 1-mile walk/run Church Rock, NMFrom $20Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in New Mexico
When are most 5K races held in New Mexico?
September is the busiest month for 5K races in New Mexico, with 11 of the 49, followed by October with 10. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do New Mexico 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $70, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in New Mexico?
28 of the 49 5K races in New Mexico already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are New Mexico 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 18 5K races in New Mexico with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:52, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail 5K races in New Mexico?
Yes, 5 races around New Mexico get you off the pavement: 3 are trail races, and 2 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.