ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Entry fee
- From $19.99 · goes up to $150 on Sep 29, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | Marathon | Nov 1, 20267:00 AM | $139$150 after Sep 29, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $129$139 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 1, 20269:00 AM | $55$65 after Sep 29, 2026 | – |
| Kids Race | Kids | Nov 1, 202611:00 AM | $19.99 | 100 |
| Virtual MarathonVirtual | Marathon | Nov 1, 20267:00 AM | $89.99$99.99 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Half MarathonVirtual | Half Marathon | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $79.99$84.99 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Virtual 5kVirtual | 5K | Nov 1, 20269:00 AM | $59.99$65.99 after Sep 30, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Marathon fee goes up to $150 on Sep 29, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Marathon: $139 until Sep 29, then $150 until Nov 1.
- Half Marathon: $129 until Sep 30, then $139 until Nov 1.
- 5K: $55 until Sep 29, then $65 until Nov 1.
- Kids Race: $19.99 until Nov 1.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in New Mexico runs 4:56:55, about 11:19 a mile, based on 3 races with published results. Women typically finish in 5:10:53 and men in 4:51:08.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:27 AM, and the Marathon starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 4,960 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM 87104
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 1 the day usually runs from 41°F at dawn to 69°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 75°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM 87104Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 4,960 feet
- Included with entry
- Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 1, 2026), 2025 (Nov 2, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $19.99 before processing fees, and rises to $150 on Sep 29, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM 87104.
From the organizers
Join us for the 2nd Annual Running Fiesta, featuring a full marathon, half marathon, and 5K. Runners follow a scenic course through downtown Albuquerque, past iconic spots like Route 66, the Rio Grande, and with views of the Sandia Mountains.
Organized locally, gives back to the community, and wraps up with a lively post-race festival, complete with live music, vendors, a recovery zone, and a beer garden.
Every participant receives:
Premium Fiesta Finisher Medal
Custom-designed High-quality Event Shirt
Official Race Bib
Course Support
Aid stations, medical, police support, cheer teams & volunteers all the way
Fiesta Finish-Line Celebration
Music, culture, local food, beverages, and amazing vibes
Race Timing & Live Tracking
Professionally chip-timed results with age-group awards