New Mexico · 5K

5K Races in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Every upcoming 5K around Albuquerque, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.

26 upcoming 5K races found · 3 with finish-time stats

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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Albuquerque races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field467 finishersGreat Balloon Chase 5K, 10K & 1/2 Marathonin the Half Marathon
Sun, Aug 2, 2026Hella Fresh 5k Albuquerque, NM5KFrom $40Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5k Run/Walk Albuquerque, NMHalf Marathon5KFrom $50Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026ABQ MUSEUM DASH Albuquerque, NM5K1KFrom $22Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026JT 5000 Albuquerque, NM5K1 Mile400mFrom $25Register Sun, Aug 23, 2026NM SUNFLOWER RUN Albuquerque, NM10K5KFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Run the Runway & Mutt Strut 5K Albuquerque, NM5KFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026NM CHIPS AND SALSA HALF MARATHON + 10K, 5K RUN OR WALK AND KIDS K Albuquerque, NMHalf Marathon10K5K1KFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Eye of the Tiger Half Marathon & 5K run/walk Albuquerque, NM5KHalf MarathonFreeRegister Sun, Sep 20, 2026Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Lobo Cancer Challenge Albuquerque, NM5K1 Mile1KFrom $45Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026TyRUNnosaurus Run Albuquerque, NM100 Yards5K1K1 MileFrom $20Details Fri, Oct 2, 2026Dash and Drink for Pink 5k and 1 Mile Run/Walk Albuquerque, NM5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Balloon Run Albuquerque, NMHalf Marathon10 Miles5KFrom $55Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Great Balloon Chase 5K, 10K & 1/2 Marathon Albuquerque, NMHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $70Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026La Llorona "Ditch Witch" Run 10K, 5K and Kids K Albuquerque, NM10K5K1 MileFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Run for the 1 in 100 Albuquerque, NM5KFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Bales Brews and Brats 5k Albuquerque, NM5KFrom $40Register Sun, Nov 1, 2026ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA Albuquerque, NM5KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $50Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026NM ENCHANTMENT RUN: 15K, 10K AND 5K Albuquerque, NM15K10K5KFrom $20Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Albuquerque Turkey Trot Albuquerque, NM5K1 Mile50 YardsFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Run Against Traffick 5k Albuquerque, NM5KFrom $50Register Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM5KFrom $40Details Sun, Feb 28, 2027Doggie Dash & Dawdle 2027 Albuquerque, NM5K1 MileFrom $55Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Run with Joy Half Marathon/10k/5k and 1 Miler Albuquerque, NMHalf Marathon10K5K1 MileFrom $25Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027ALBUQUERQUE MARATHON + HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K AND KIDS K Albuquerque, NMMarathonHalf Marathon10K5KFrom $20Details Sun, May 16, 2027WisePies Pizza Run - Annual 1 Mile, 5K, and 10K Challenge Albuquerque, NM1 Mile5K10KFrom $30Details

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 Albuquerque

When are most 5K races held in Albuquerque?

September is the busiest month for 5K races in Albuquerque, with 6 of the 26, followed by October with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?

16 of the 26 5K races in Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 5K races in Albuquerque with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:51, 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.

Where can I train for a 5K in Albuquerque?

Browse Albuquerque run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.

Are there trail 5K races near Albuquerque?

Yes, one race around Albuquerque gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.