From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find fun run events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Single?! Let’s crush some miles and beers with no strings attached.
Whether you leave with a new crush, a running buddy, or just endorphins and a pint, it’s a win.
Beat the winter blues with a fun singles beer run or walk from Canteen Brewhouse to Santa Fe Brewing Company at Green Jeans and back.
No Strings Attached is a relaxed, social 5K run or walk happening on Valentine’s Day. It is designed for anyone who wants to get out, move, and spend a couple of hours with good people, and have some great beer.
You do not have to be single to participate! Come solo, with friends, or as a couple. Run or walk at your own pace and enjoy the experience. No pressure!
Join us on Saturday, February 14th starting at 12pm from Canteen Brewhouse! Our beer run will start at the Brewhouse and take you to Santa Fe Brewing (Green Jeans) and back with brews at each stop. Run, walk, or dance at your pace, and finish with us back at Canteen Brewhouse by 2pm. Volunteers will be on the route to keep the fun flowing and everyone safe! This fun run is approximately 3.5 miles (Heavy 5k). This does not include walking to and from the bars.
We will have a fun Bingo card for each runner to play during the event. The card includes fun squares to check off along the way or back at the brewery, while meeting new people and making new friends! Turn in your completed bingo card for a small prize.
This is a 21 and over event. Everyone will need to bring an ID to verify their age.
Registration is limited to 150 people so sign up today!
Must bring 2, $1 bills and your ID to tip at each brewery!
The Sandia Resort & Casino Run to Break the Silence benefitting Presbyterian Ear Institute will take place on Sunday April 19, 2026 at Sandia Resort & Casino with a 5K and 10K Trail Run and a Kids Fun Run. The 5K and 10K will start and finish in the far east parking lot at Sandia Resort and Casino. The trail covers an all-terrain cross-country course in the challenging foothills of the Sandia Mountains. No pets are allowed. You may bring your infant/ toddler in a stroller to the community fair portion of the event, but you may not participate in the 5K or 10K with a stroller. Register by 4/12 to receive a long-sleeve 2026 RTBS Sport-Tech T-shirt. On-Site registration will begin at 8:00am. Warm-up will begin at 8:45am. Proceeds will support Presbyterian Ear Institute's School for Oral Deaf Education, where deaf and hard of hearing children, listen, learn and speak! We invite you to become a Silence Breaker joining us for a morning of fitness and fun!
Runner Packet Pick up will be held on Saturday 4/18/26 at New Mexico Look (6611 Menaul Blvd. NE) 10:30am - 3:00pm. Your packet will include your shirt- if registered by 4/12, bib and timing chip. If registering at Packet-Pick Up, please bring a debit or credit card, as registration is card only this year.
Event Day Schedule:
8:00am Day of Registration/ Packet Pick-Up Open - Day of registration is card only!
8:40am Warm-Up
8:55am National Anthem
9:05am 10K Start
9:15am 5K Start
10:00am Award Ceremony & Raffle Pull
10:25 Kids Fun Run warm- up – ALL AGES
10:30: Kids Fun Run
Run for the Zoo … and walk with us too! From a Half Marathon to a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, there are events for all ages and activity levels. Join us on May 03, 2026, for a day of fun, fitness and fundraising to support the ABQ BioPark Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden. Presented by Waterstone Mortgage and the New Mexico BioPark Society.
Lace up and make your miles matter at the ABQ Museum Dash—a fun run supporting the Albuquerque Museum Foundation! Join us on Sunday, August 16th, for a 5K, 1K, or Kids K race through the heart of Albuquerque for a cause that keeps art, history, and culture alive in our community.
Every step you take fuels the mission of the Foundation, which champions and sustains the Albuquerque Museum. This race supports the Albuquerque Museum’s dynamic exhibitions, inspiring educational programs, and meaningful community engagement that connects people of all ages.
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Old Town Albuquerque, the Museum stands as a cultural cornerstone—where the past meets the present, and imagination shapes the future. Your participation helps ensure it continues to thrive as a hub for art, history, and culture for generations to come.
Register today and be part of something bigger than the finish line!
ALBU-QUIRKY RUN
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
📍 EVENT LOCATION
Albuquerque Museum
2000 Mountain Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
The start and finish area will be staged directly in front of the Albuquerque Museum, adjacent to Tiguex Park and walking distance to Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Old Town.
🗓 EVENT DAY SCHEDULE
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Event
Start Time
Notes
5K
8:30 A.M.
Timed Event
1-Mile Walk
8:40 A.M.
Non-Timed
Kids K
9:15 A.M.
Non-Timed (Ages 11 & Under)
⚠️ IMPORTANT: All participants must be capable of completing the 5K within 1 hour and 20 minutes (1:20:00) due to traffic control permit requirements.
🎽 PACKET PICKUP
Saturday, August 15, 2026
11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Heart and Sole Sports
2817 San Mateo Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Packet Includes:
Race Bib with Timing Chip (5K participants)
Event Shirt (if included with registration)
Safety Pins
Sponsor Information
Race Morning Pickup (Out-of-Town Only):
7:30 – 8:30 A.M.
NW side of Tiguex Park near registration tent.
✔ A friend or family member may pick up your packet.
✔ Bring ID if requested.
🚗 PARKING & ARRIVAL
Parking is available at:
Albuquerque Museum Parking Lot
Explora Museum Parking Lot (FREE)
🚫 DO NOT PARK on the race course:
19th Street, Mountain Road, Old Town Road, both sides of 18th Street, or adjacent to Tiguex Park.
Explora Access Tip: Enter from the west via Mountain Road starting at 12th Street.
⏰ Plan to arrive at least 45–60 minutes early to allow time for parking, restrooms, warm-up, and lining up.
🏁 START PROCEDURES
The 5K, 1-Mile Walk, and Kids K all begin in front of the Albuquerque Museum.
This event uses a Gun Start with Chip Finish Timing.
Official time begins when the horn sounds.
Participants must start at the official start time to receive results.
Seeding Guidelines:
Front: Competitive runners
Middle: Recreational runners
Back: Walkers & Strollers
🎯 BIB & TIMING REQUIREMENTS
Timing chip is attached to the back of your bib.
Bib must be worn on the FRONT and visible at all times.
Do not fold, alter, or transfer your bib.
Wearing two timing devices = automatic disqualification.
Missing split times may result in disqualification.
Results posted at: www.irunfit.org
Appeals must be submitted within 3 days of race day.
🚨 EVENT DAY CONDUCT POLICY
All participants must demonstrate respectful and sportsmanlike behavior.
Prohibited actions include:
Public urination/defecation
Alcohol use
Obstructing the course
Unsportsmanlike conduct
Course cutting
Unauthorized assistance
Participating without an official bib
Race officials reserve the right to disqualify participants for violations.
👶 STROLLERS & WHEELED DEVICES
Strollers ARE permitted under the following conditions:
Child must be registered (Rider Bib – no charge)
Seed at back of race
Child must remain secured at all times
Must not impede other runners
Not allowed:
Skateboards
Rollerblades
Unauthorized bicycles
Motorized devices
Dogs
🏥 MEDICAL SUPPORT
Medical staff positioned at start/finish and along the course.
If you feel unwell, STOP and notify a race official immediately.
Participants may be removed from the course if deemed medically necessary.
Hydrate before, during, and after the race.
If you do not finish, notify a race official with your bib number.
💧 COURSE SUPPORT
Fluid replacement stations on course.
Water and Powerade provided.
Course Maps via MapMyRun:
Albu-Quirky 5K Run 2026
Albu-Quirky 1-Mile Walk 2026
🏅 AWARDS & RECOGNITION
5K Awards (Gun Time)
Overall Awards
Top 3 Male / Female
Age Groups (Top 3 Male & Female):
12 & Under
13–15
16–19
20–24
25–29
30–34
35–39
40–44
45–49
50–54
55–59
60–64
65–69
70–74
75–79
80+
1-Mile Walk
Non-Timed – All participants receive recognition.
Kids K
Non-Timed – All participants receive recognition.
Awards Ceremony begins immediately after Kids K.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Headphones allowed?
Yes (per USATF rules).
GPS Watches?
Allowed, but not official timing.
Refunds/Transfers/Deferrals?
No refunds. No transfers. No deferrals.
Lost & Found?
Available race day. Call (505) 217-4774 if needed.
❤️ BENEFITS
Proceeds support the Foundation that champions and sustains the Albuquerque Museum, funding dynamic exhibitions, educational programming, and meaningful community engagement.
🙌 VOLUNTEERS
Interested in volunteering?
Call (505) 217-4774
Email: [email protected]
🤝 SPONSORS
Heart and Sole Sports
PNM
PenPals
Infinity Fitness
NM Flooring Solutions
Por Vida Therapeutics
Great Harvest Bread
Powerade
📞 RACE CONTACT
RunFit
Stephen Pino
(505) 217-4774
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🎉 ALBU-QUIRKY RUN
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
We’re excited to see you at the Albu-Quirky Run on Sunday, August 16, 2026! Please review the important details below to ensure a smooth race day experience.
📍 EVENT LOCATION
Albuquerque Museum
2000 Mountain Rd. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Start and Finish will be staged directly in front of the Albuquerque Museum near Tiguex Park.
🗓 EVENT SCHEDULE – Sunday, August 16, 2026
5K (Timed): 8:30 A.M.
1-Mile Walk (Non-Timed): 8:40 A.M.
Kids K (Non-Timed): 9:15 A.M.
⚠️ Due to traffic control permits, all 5K participants must complete the course within 1 hour and 20 minutes (1:20:00).
🎽 PACKET PICKUP
Saturday, August 15, 2026
11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
Heart and Sole Sports
2817 San Mateo Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
PLEASE NOTE:
All pre-registered participants must pick up their packet at Packet Pickup.
If you cannot attend, a representative may pick up your packet for you.
Out-of-town participants may pick up race morning between 7:30 – 8:30 A.M. on the NW side of Tiguex Park.
🚗 PARKING
Parking is available at:
• Albuquerque Museum
• Explora Science Center and Children's Museum (FREE parking)
🚫 Do NOT park on the race course (19th Street, Mountain Road, Old Town Road, 18th Street, or next to Tiguex Park).
Please plan to arrive at least 45–60 minutes early.
🏁 START & TIMING
• This race is a Gun Start with Chip Finish Timing
• Official time begins when the horn sounds
• Bib must be worn on the FRONT and visible at all times
• Do NOT fold or alter your bib
• Participants must start at the official start time to receive results
Results will be posted at:
🚨 EVENT DAY REMINDERS
Participants are expected to conduct themselves professionally and courteously.
The following are prohibited:
• Course cutting
• Unsportsmanlike conduct
• Public urination
• Unauthorized assistance
• Participating without an official bib
Race officials reserve the right to disqualify participants for violations.
👶 STROLLERS
Strollers are allowed ONLY if:
• You start at the back
• Your child is registered for a Rider Bib (no charge)
• Your child remains secured at all times
• You do not impede other runners
🚫 No dogs allowed.
🚫 No skateboards, rollerblades, or unauthorized bicycles.
🏥 MEDICAL SUPPORT
Medical staff will be stationed at the start/finish and along the course.
If you feel unwell at any time, notify a race official immediately.
Hydrate before, during, and after the race.
🏅 AWARDS
5K Awards (Gun Time)
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Male & Female in Age Groups:
12 & Under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
1-Mile Walk & Kids K
All participants receive special recognition.
Awards ceremony begins immediately following the Kids K.
💧 COURSE SUPPORT
Water and Powerade will be available along the course.
Course Maps (MapMyRun):
• Albu-Quirky 5K Run 2026
• Albu-Quirky 1-Mile Walk 2026
❤️ BENEFITS
Every step supports the Foundation that champions and sustains the Albuquerque Museum, funding exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement.
🙌 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Heart and Sole Sports
PNM
PenPals
Infinity Fitness
NM Flooring Solutions
Por Vida Therapeutics
Great Harvest Bread
Powerade
📞 QUESTIONS?
RunFit
Stephen Pino
(505) 217-4774
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Fighting Cancer
CURE Program provides support for training future scientists
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The University of New Mexico
Comprehensive Cancer Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The annual Lobo Cancer Challenge community fundraiser helps the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center to deliver the best cancer care in the world right here in New Mexico. Our generous Event Sponsors make it possible for 100% of every single fundraising dollar raised by our Challengers to go directly to their choice of program in cancer patient treatment and support, advanced cancer research, community outreach, or education and training — because no one should have to face cancer alone.
The Lobo Cancer Challenge event day, held at the UNM Lobo Football Stadium in September, features a 25 Mile Bike Ride, a 50 Mile Bike Ride, a 5K Run / Walk, a Stadium Stair Challenge, and a Cub Pack Fun Run for children ages 1-10, as well as a Virtual Challenger option. Sponsor booths populate a Participant Village, and games and activities are offered on the festive field in a celebration of community support.
Your Fundraising Supports:
The UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center is the only one in the New Mexico region designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center — in the top 3% of the nation’s elite cancer centers! This fundraising event helps us to deliver the best cancer care in the world. We are deeply grateful to our community for their tremendous support in helping all New Mexicans facing cancer.
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“I hope that people, when they come to the Lobo Cancer Challenge, feel that they are part of our family. They are part of our team. That the discoveries we make at the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, the people that we help, the lives that we save are all because of them.” — Yolanda Sanchez, PhD, CEO
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