1505 Candelaria Rd. NW, Albuquerque NM
Sunday, July 19th, 2026
🏃♂️ CHUNKY MONKEY RUN
Get ready for one of the most fun runs of the summer in Albuquerque’s North Valley! Choose your adventure: 10K, 5K Run, 5K Walk, or Kids K—all on a fast, flat course.
🎖️ Awards and Medals
- Finisher medal: All participants will receive a medal.
- Chunky Monkey T-shirt: Awesome shirts for runners.
- Overall & age group awards: Prizes awarded for top performances.
- Cool summer treats: Refreshments at the finish!
Bring your friends, bring the family, and come run, walk, and celebrate summer with us!
👉 Register now: www.irunfit.org
Proceeds support RunFit’s youth programs—helping build healthy habits and strong communities!
📍 Event Information
Event Location:
Valley High School
1505 Candelaria Rd. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
🗓️ Event Schedule
- Date: July 19, 2026
- 10K: 8:00 A.M.
- 5K: 8:15 A.M.
- Kids K: 9:15 A.M.
📦 Packet Pickup and Registration
Date: July 18, 2026
Time: 11:00-3:00 P.M.
Location:
FLEET FEET SPORTS
North Towne Plaza
5901 Wyoming Suite R
Albuquerque NM 87109
PLEASE NOTE: There is race-day registration: however, all pre-registered participants must pick up their event packets at “Packet Pick-Up.”
If you are not able to pick up your packets in person at packet pickup, you must have a representative pick up your packet. Out-of-town participants may pick up their packet on race day at the registration area between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m.
🚗 Parking Information
Parking for the event is available at Valley High School. Volunteers will assist in directing you to appropriate parking spots. Please do not park on Valley Pool Rd or in the dirt area just north of it. Avoid parking along any part of the race route, including San Isidro Rd., Candelaria Blvd., Rio Grande Blvd., and Griegos Rd. The Griegos Elementary School parking lot is also not a designated parking area.
All participants and spectators are asked to enter the Valley High School parking lot via Candelaria Blvd only. Parking spaces are available on both the front (south) and north sides of the school.
To avoid traffic congestion, please plan to arrive between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. Valley Pool Road will be closed to all vehicle traffic after 7:30 a.m.
🏁 Race Start
The 5K & 10K races begin on or near the Valley H.S. Track. The 10K starts just east of the track in the school parking lot. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time. The finish line is at Griegos Elementary School Field, north of Valley Pool Road.
This is a Gun Start with a timing chip finish: official timing begins when the gun sounds. Out-of-town participants can pick up packets at Griegos Elementary School Field on race day. All runners must wear their timing chip/bib visibly on the front to be ranked and eligible for awards.
👥 Event Conduct
All participants are expected to conduct themselves professionally and courteously. This means, for example, alcohol consumption, public urination, and obstruction will be strictly prohibited.
- Follow instructions: Adhere to the guidance of event officials.
- Health guidelines: Stay at home if you are sick.
- Emergencies: Follow directions from officials during emergencies.
- Disqualification: Violations may result in disqualification.
⏱️ Results and Timing
- Electronic Timing: All participants will receive a timing device.
- Timing Device: Must be worn from the start to finish line.
- Disqualifications: May occur for improper use of timing devices.
- Official Timing: Times will be reviewed before being deemed official.
🚻 Facilities
Bathrooms are located near the start/finish, next to the baseball fields. Please plan accordingly.
⚠️ Medical Support
Medical staff will be available at all times. Participants who appear distressed may be removed from the event. If you require assistance, do not hesitate to request support.
🏅 Awards Ceremony
The awards for overall and age group winners will be announced following the Kids K event.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
- iPod/headphones: These are allowed: however, prize money competitors may not use them.
- GPS devices: Allowed but won't be recognized as timing devices.
- Lost & Found: Available for items lost on race day. Contact us if needed.
- Entry Transfers: Strictly prohibited. No refunds or deferrals.
🌦️ Inclement Weather Policy
Weather updates will be communicated via the RunFit website. The event may be modified or canceled due to severe weather.
🍉 Post Race
Refreshments will be provided by RunFit after the race.
📜 Results
Results will be posted online at WWW.IRUNFIT.ORG.
👥 Volunteer Information
Volunteers are needed! Contact RunFit at (505) 217-4774 or email: stephenpino@hotmail.com.
🙌 Thank-a-Volunteer Campaign
We appreciate our hardworking volunteers who ensure a successful event. Thank them for their support!
🔗 Sponsors
Special thanks to our sponsors: Fleet Feet Sports, New Balance, Heart and Sole Sports, and others for their support.
📞 Race Questions and Information
Contact RunFit at (505) 217-4774 or email: stephenpino@hotmail.com
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