Run 4 Wishes 5k 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $25 on Nov 14, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Run for Wishes 5k | 5K | Nov 15, 20267:00 AM | $20$25 after Nov 14, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $25 on Nov 14, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $20 until Nov 14, then $25 until Nov 15.
Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $20, entry is about 43 percent below a typical 5K in New Mexico, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Albuquerque runs 35:19, about 11:22 a mile, based on 14 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:39 and men in 30:45.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:40 AM, and the Run for Wishes 5k starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 4,970 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
2201 Tucker Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131
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 15 the day usually runs from 36°F at dawn to 59°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 26°F and hot years reach 70°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
- 2201 Tucker Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 4,970 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 15, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Run 4 Wishes 5k?
- Sunday, November 15, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $25 on Nov 14, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 15, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for New Mexico?
- At $20, entry is about 43 percent below a typical 5K in New Mexico, which costs $35 right now.
- 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 2201 Tucker Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131.
From the organizers
Join Chi Omega for the Run for Wishes 5K, a fun, feel-good run benefiting Make-A-Wish New Mexico! Run or walk the scenic course, then celebrate at the finish line with a colorful color toss. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to support an incredible cause, everyone is welcome. Every step helps bring us closer to granting life-changing wishes for local wish kids! 💙⭐