ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA
- Date
- November 1, 2026
- Location
- Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM
- Distance
- 5K · Half Marathon · Marathon & more
From the Organizer
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 - option to have it personalized (if registered before deadline)
- 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
- Exclusive Discounts & Partner Offers
- Lifetime Memories
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
64°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
13%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Albuquerque Intl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Albuquerque, NM
Population
562,488
as of 2023
Elevation
4,979 ft
Nearest Airport
ABQ
Albuquerque International Sunport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
146
Days to train
- Race
- ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA
- Date
- November 1, 2026
- Location
- Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA?
- ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA is a running race held in Albuquerque, New Mexico on November 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at Albuquerque, Albuquerque, NM. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA
Nov 1, 2026