What race distances can I run in Albuquerque?
Albuquerque has 5K (26), 10K (9), Half Marathon (9). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
New Mexico · Race calendar
Running Races in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Upcoming running races in and near Albuquerque, New Mexico - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
26 upcoming races · 3 with finish-time stats
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.
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 16, 2026ABQ MUSEUM DASH Albuquerque, NMFrom $22Details Sun, Aug 16, 2026JT 5000 Albuquerque, NMFrom $25Register Sun, Aug 23, 2026NM SUNFLOWER RUN Albuquerque, NMFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Run the Runway & Mutt Strut 5K Albuquerque, NMFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026NM CHIPS AND SALSA HALF MARATHON + 10K, 5K RUN OR WALK AND KIDS K Albuquerque, NMFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Eye of the Tiger Half Marathon & 5K run/walk Albuquerque, NMFreeRegister Sun, Sep 20, 2026Talk Pirate to Me 5K/10K/Half - Albuquerque Albuquerque, NMFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Lobo Cancer Challenge Albuquerque, NMFrom $45Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026TyRUNnosaurus Run Albuquerque, NMFrom $20Details Fri, Oct 2, 2026Dash and Drink for Pink 5k and 1 Mile Run/Walk Albuquerque, NMFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Balloon Run Albuquerque, NMFrom $55Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Great Balloon Chase 5K, 10K & 1/2 Marathon Albuquerque, NMFrom $70Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026La Llorona "Ditch Witch" Run 10K, 5K and Kids K Albuquerque, NMFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Run for the 1 in 100 Albuquerque, NMFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Bales Brews and Brats 5k Albuquerque, NMFrom $40Register Sun, Nov 1, 2026ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA Albuquerque, NMFrom $50Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026NM ENCHANTMENT RUN: 15K, 10K AND 5K Albuquerque, NMFrom $20Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Albuquerque Turkey Trot Albuquerque, NMFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Run Against Traffick 5k Albuquerque, NMFrom $50Register Sat, Feb 13, 2027Cupid's Chase 5K Albuquerque Albuquerque, NMFrom $40Details Sun, Feb 28, 2027Doggie Dash & Dawdle 2027 Albuquerque, NMFrom $55Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Run with Joy Half Marathon/10k/5k and 1 Miler Albuquerque, NMFrom $25Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027ALBUQUERQUE MARATHON + HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K AND KIDS K Albuquerque, NMFrom $20Details Sun, May 16, 2027WisePies Pizza Run - Annual 1 Mile, 5K, and 10K Challenge Albuquerque, NMFrom $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 Racing in Albuquerque
When is race season in Albuquerque?
September is the busiest month for 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 early should I register for a race in Albuquerque?
16 of the 26 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 races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 races in Albuquerque with published results, the typical median finish is around 2:08:03, 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 race in Albuquerque?
Browse Albuquerque run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail 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.