Santa Fe Striders Running Festival
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- Santa Fe Striders Running Festival 5K · Kids Races · Santa Fe Striders Running Festival 10K
From the Organizer
Be a part of the Santa Fe Striders Running Festival on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Municipal Recreation Sports Complex. There will be 5K and 10K cross country course and races with distances that vary with age group for younger runners. The 5K & 10K courses are on trail/dirt roads except for .25 miles.
Races for 3 - 14 Years Old Runners
For our younger runners we have several free races based on age. Why? To get kids moving! To promote a healthy
lifestyle and educate kids about running.
3 – 4 yrs old – 200 meters
5 – 6 yrs old – 400 meters
7 – 8 yrs old – 800 meters
9 – 10 yrs old – 1 mile
11 – 14 yrs old – 2 miles
You MUST check in by 8:45 am to receive your race number.
Free giveaway (SWAG) guaranteed if registered by June 25.
Online registration closes on July 16 @ 11:59 pm
5K & 10K* Cross Country Race
*The 10K will be 2 loops of the 5K course.
Awards: Cash Prizes to Top Male, Female & Non-Binary Overall*
First Place - $100
Second Place - $75
Third Place - $50
First Male & Female Masters (40+) - $35
Standard 10 year age groups.
*No duplication of awards. Awards will not be mailed. Recipients must be present, or arrange for someone to pick up their award(s).
Free shirt (SWAG) guaranteed if registered by June 25.
Registration: Online registration closes on July 17 @ 11:59 pm
Race Day registration opens at 7:00 a.m.
Registration Fees: $40 before May 31; $45 June 1 - July 17.
Race Day registration $50 (cash or card only)
Registration Fee for Teams: $75
5K TEAM DIVISIONS ONLY:
High School Boys - Team consists of 5 male runners / top 3 score
High School Girls - Teams consists of 5 female runners / top 3 score
High School Coed - Team consists of 5 (3 boys & 2 girls OR 2 boys & 3 girls) / Top 2 boys & girl score OR Top 2 girls & boy scores
Awards to Top Team in each division.
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
86°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Santa Fe 2, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Santa Fe, NM
Population
88,224
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
SAF
Santa Fe Municipal Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
ABQ
Albuquerque International Sunport · 55 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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Waiting For?
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40
Days to train
- Race
- Santa Fe Striders Running Festival
- Date
- July 18, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Santa Fe Striders Running Festival?
- Santa Fe Striders Running Festival is a running race held in Santa Fe, New Mexico on July 18, 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 Santa Fe Striders Running Festival?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Santa Fe, New Mexico at Municipal Recreation Sports Complex, Santa Fe, NM. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Santa Fe Striders Running Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Santa Fe Striders Running Festival
Jul 18, 2026