ALBUQUERQUE MARATHON + HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K AND KIDS K

Race Overview

Get ready for the Albuquerque Marathon and Albuquerque Half Marathon – happening Saturday, April 3, 2027!

Join us for a fast and scenic race day featuring:

• Marathon: a challenging endurance event
• Half Marathon: including a 2-Person Relay
• 10K: a great race for intermediate runners
• 5K: perfect for beginners and families
• Kids K: fun run for the little ones

Enjoy breathtaking views as you cross the Rio Grande River and run through the North Valley Bosque with the Sandia Mountains as your backdrop. This flat, fast course is perfect for a PR!

• Finisher Medals: for all participants
• Tech Tees: for Marathon, Half, 10K & 5K
• Awards: for age group & overall top finishers

✅ Register today at: www.irunfit.org
Let’s make history together in 2027!

Support Heading Home

The Albuquerque Marathon is proud to partner with Heading Home, offering participants and community members an opportunity to contribute toward a truly worthy and impactful cause. A portion of event proceeds, along with generous participant donations, will directly support Heading Home’s mission to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Albuquerque.

• Essential Services: to the unhoused and precariously housed throughout Albuquerque
• Empowerment: through compassionate outreach and comprehensive support
• Pathways: to stable housing and long-term stability
• Community Assistance: through job-readiness and medical programs

You may also make a monetary donation to help purchase mattresses for newly housed individuals and families—an immediate, life-changing need as they transition to stable housing.

Event Information

EVENT LOCATION
Sagebrush Community Church
6440 Coors Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87120

EVENT SCHEDULE — Saturday, April 3, 2027
Albuquerque Marathon: 7:00 a.m. (6-hour cut-off)
Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay: 8:00 a.m. (3–5-hour cut-off)
10K: 8:30 a.m.
5K: 8:45 a.m.
Kids K: 9:45 a.m.

Packet Pickup

Saturday, March 27, 2027
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Heart and Sole Sports
2817 San Mateo Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110

AND

Friday, April 2, 2027
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Fleet Feet Sports – North Towne Plaza
5901 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Suite R
Albuquerque, NM 87109

Important Race Information

Race-day registration will be available. All events start on time. Race-day registration and post-race activities take place near the finish line. This event is chip-timed. Official time begins when the starting gun or horn sounds. Participants must wear their bib and timing chip to be included in the results and awards.

• Start Information: All races start promptly at their scheduled times.
• Arrival: Arrive early to allow time for parking and gear check.
• No Late Start: All participants must start on time.
• Weather Policy: In the event of severe weather creating unsafe conditions, the race may be canceled. No refunds will be issued.

Course Safety and Conduct

• Safety: Stay inside the orange traffic cones at all times.
• Conduct: Participants must behave respectfully toward the community, staff, volunteers, and other participants.
• Prohibited Actions: Alcohol consumption, public urination, obstructing event operations, etc.
• Participant Safety: Wheeled devices are prohibited, except for authorized wheelchairs and course marshals.

Results and Timing

An electronic timing device is attached to the bib. Bib must be worn on the front and visible at all times.

• Cut-Off Times: Marathon: 6 hours, Half Marathon: 3.5 hours, 10K/5K: 2 hours
• Aid Stations: Available for the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K.
• Bathrooms: Available along the course.
• Results Posting: Unofficial results posted near the finish within ~15 minutes.

Volunteer and Lodging Information

Over 100+ volunteers needed. To volunteer, contact Stephen Pino, Race Director at 505-217-4774.

Search for hotels near: Journal Center, I-25 & Montgomery Blvd.

Virtual Run or Walk

To pick up your event packet or for virtual options, please visit our RunFit website at www.irunfit.org.

Proceeds and RunFit

Proceeds benefit Heading Home, supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness through outreach, housing, and support services.

Donations Accepted: Coats, gloves, hats, warm socks, and monetary donations for mattresses. Donate at www.headinghome.org.

Contact and Race Questions

RunFit – Albuquerque Marathon
Phone: 505-217-4774
Email: stephenpino@hotmail.com