Albuquerque Running Fiesta
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Race Day
37–66°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +15 ft
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
Albuquerque Running Fiesta offers a marathon, half marathon and 5K from Civic Plaza in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The November 1, 2026 marathon starts at 7:00am MST; the half marathon starts at 8:00am and the 5K at 9:00am. The organizer describes the certified Boston qualifying marathon as a flat course with 51 feet of elevation gain. Runners should still account for the city’s altitude. Water, electrolyte drink and Rayo gels are advertised at aid stations approximately two to three miles apart. Closed-street support ends at 1:00pm, six hours after the marathon start; later finishers may continue on sidewalks. The tentative schedule lists packet pickup October 31 at the DoubleTree hotel from 10:00am to 6:00pm, with no routine race-day pickup.
Questions about the Albuquerque Running Fiesta 2026
When is the Albuquerque Running Fiesta 2026?
Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Where is the Albuquerque Running Fiesta?
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.
What time does the Albuquerque Running Fiesta start?
The race starts at 7:00 AM, local time.
What is the Albuquerque Running Fiesta time limit?
6 hours on closed streets; later finishers may use sidewalks.
How do I enter the Albuquerque Running Fiesta 2026?
Registration is open. Ways in: Online registration via RunSignup.
How much does the Albuquerque Running Fiesta 2026 cost?
Marathon: $150. Half Marathon: $139. 5K: $65.
When and where is packet pickup for the Albuquerque Running Fiesta?
Oct 31, 2026: Tentative DoubleTree pickup, 10:00am–6:00pm.
What is the Albuquerque Running Fiesta elevation gain?
51 ft (16 m) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +15 ft (5 m). Relatively flat course.
What is the Albuquerque Running Fiesta course like?
It passes Civic Plaza (start and finish) and Rio Grande Bosque.
What is the weather like at the Albuquerque Running Fiesta?
Race-day temperatures are usually 3–19 °C (37–66 °F). Feels cool.
Where are the Albuquerque Running Fiesta results?
The official 2025 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Albuquerque Running Fiesta a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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