NM ROUTE 66 "MOTHER ROAD" HALF MARATHON

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224 San Pasquale Ave. SW, Albuquerque NM

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

🏁 NM ROUTE 66 "MOTHER ROAD" HALF MARATHON

In 2026, the nation will celebrate the Route 66 Centennial, marking the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road serving the traveling public! Route 66 was one of the first continuous stretches of paved highway in the United States and served as a primary route for westward migrants.

RunFit is hosting the Mother Road Half Marathon on Sunday, March 1, 2026, to kick off this year-long celebration. The event features a variety of races: Half Marathon, 6.6-mile run, a 6.6K run or walk, and a 1-mile walk.

Join us for this special day as we celebrate the Mother Road with a run or walk along the iconic Route 66! Whether you prefer to run or walk, this event is for everyone!

A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Albuquerque Little Theatre (ALT). For over 95 years, ALT has served the community by providing excellent live entertainment, educating adults and children, and offering opportunities for artistic expression. ALT continues the tradition of community theatre by delivering outstanding performances and allowing residents of the greater Albuquerque area to participate in live theatre production. As a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, ALT relies on the support of more than 500 volunteers who assist with various activities, including box office management, backstage work, on-stage performances, and serving on board committees.

📍 EVENT INFORMATION

Event Location: Albuquerque Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale Ave. SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104
Event Schedule: Sunday, March 1, 2026
Half Marathon Start: 8:30 a.m. (Note: 3.5 Hour Cut-Off Time)
6.6 Mile Run Start: 8:45 a.m.
6.6K Start: 8:50 a.m.
1 Mile Walk Start: 8:55 a.m.

🎟️ RUNNER PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION

Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 11:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Heart and Sole Sports, 2817 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
Note: Please pick up your event packets at packet pickup

🏨 LODGING

Arrive Hotel
717 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 · (505) 578-5647

Mother Road Half Marathon

🅿️ PARKING

PLEASE USE DESIGNATED PARKING AREAS ONLY. DO NOT PARK ON SAN PASQUALE AVENUE OR ANYWHERE ON THE COURSE AS IDENTIFIED BY THE TRAFFIC CONES AND EVENT SIGNAGE. WE ASK THAT YOU RESPECT THE NEIGHBORHOOD BY NOT BLOCKING DRIVEWAYS.

🚻 RESTROOMS

Located in the Albuquerque Little Theatre near the start/finish. Please allow plenty of time to use the restroom.

🎉 START INFORMATION

All races will start promptly at the designated times listed above. Allow plenty of time to get to the Start in order to seed yourself according to your projected pace time. If you are driving to the race plan to arrive early. See the parking information above. This race is a Gun Start with a Timing Chip finish. The "official time" will start when the gun/horn goes off.

🏥 MEDICAL SUPPORT

Medical staff members will be ready to assist you at any time. Radio communications personnel will be positioned along the course at every aid/water station. The event officials have the right to withdraw any runner from the race who appears distressed or at risk. If you have a health or medical problem at the Finish Line, please notify event officials or volunteers. Please cooperate if you are asked to go for a checkup. If you need help at any point, please ask! If you cannot finish the race, please notify a race official with your bib number so medical personnel know.

❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Lost & Found: Yes, we will have a Lost & Found for items on race day. If you are missing a personal item, please call 505.217-4774.
Refunds: No, sale and/or transfer of race entry/bib are strictly prohibited.
Packet Pickup: Yes, your friend can pick up your packet if you cannot attend.

🗓️ EVENT DAY

All participants are expected to conduct themselves professionally and courteously towards the community and their fellow participants during the Event. Participants must follow all instructions given by Event officials, including race staff, volunteers, medical personnel, fire and police officials, security officers, and city officials, throughout the duration of the Event.

🏁 RESULT TIMING

All participants are assigned an electronic timing device before the Event, which is attached to their bib. Participants are responsible for the proper use and application of their assigned timing device.

🌩️ INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

Weather forecasts will be monitored before the event. If necessary, athletes will be made aware of these predictions on the RunFit website: www.irunfit.org so that participants can properly prepare for severe weather during the race and possible course alterations.

🥇 FINISH INFORMATION

The overall and division award winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on race day – immediately following the event.

Half Marathon: Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.
6.6 Mile: Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.
6.6K: Overall prizes will be awarded to the top three men and women determined by gun time.