Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
From the Organizer
Do you have Kirtland AFB access?
If yes...come out on July 11 at 8:00 am for a great 5K & 1 Mile Run/walk.
Medals for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd finisher medals.
Medals & T-shirts for the first 90 finishers.
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
92°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Albuquerque Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Albuquerque, NM
Population
562,488
as of 2023
City 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 Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
24
Days to train
- Race
- Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk
- Date
- July 11, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk?
- Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk is a running race held in Albuquerque, New Mexico on July 11, 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 Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at West Fitness Center. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Kirtland AFB Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Run Walk
Jul 11, 2026