
From the Organizer
Whether you are a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, there is an event for everyone. Holloman Ace of Races offers four events: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and the Kids Dash. Join us and be a part of Holloman AFB's Ace of Races marathon! All proceeds from the registration will be put towards the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation fund that benefits Holloman AFB Airmen and their families.
The course is nestled between the Sacramento Mountains and the glistening gypsum dunes of White Sands National Park, passing by points of Air Force history along the way. With only 52 to 65 feet of elevation gain, the race provides a uniquely flat course on paved roads, creating the perfect conditions for your first and/or fastest 26.2, 13.1 or 3.1 miler! With less than a mile to finish, run through our static aircraft and equipment on display, showcasing our unique mission. In a typical military cadence, the race ends with a "left, right, left" to closeout its last half mile.
o Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K: Flight Line
o Kids Dash: Flight Line
o Marathon: 7 a.m. (chip timing)
o Half Marathon: 7:15 a.m. (chip timing)
o 5K: 7:30 a.m. (chip timing)
o Kids Dash: 9:30 a.m.
*Racecourse will close at 4 pm for the Marathon and Half Marathon, and at 10:30 am for the 5K. Remaining participants will be picked-up.
o Marathon: Bib, Nalgene bottle (until sold out), t-shirt (not guaranteed after 9/12), sticker & finisher medal
o Half Marathon: Bib, Nalgene bottle (until sold out), t-shirt (not guaranteed after 9/12) sticker & finisher medal
o 5K: Bib, t-shirt (not guaranteed after 9/12), sticker & finisher medal
o Kids Dash (max: 40 participants): Bib, t-shirt (not guaranteed after 9/18), goodie bag & finisher medal
*Participants must cross the finish line within the time limit to earn the finisher medal.
o Overall 1st-3rd - Marathon female and male
o Overall 1st-3rd - Half Marathon female and male
o Overall 1st-3rd - 5K female and male
*Awards will be based on chip timing.
Events
Weather
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
77°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
15%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alamogordo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
31,063
as of 2023
Elevation
4,349 ft
Nearest Airport
LRU
Las Cruces International Airport · 70 mi
Major Hub
ELP
El Paso International Airport · 79 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Holloman Ace of Races Marathon | Half Marathon | 5K | Kids Dash
Oct 10, 2026