2 running events in Roswell, New Mexico

Set a PR at the 2026 Spring Blast 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon on a flat course at a 3,671 foot elevation. All runners and walkers are encouraged to participate in these races. Choose the distance best for you on these out and back courses run on paved roads. Roswell’s average temperatures in early March range from the mid-thirties to the low seventies. All three races have the same start and finish points. The courses are located on the Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell campus and around the Roswell Air Center. There is easy access and plenty of available free parking. Race proceeds will be donated to the ENMU-Roswell Foundation for student scholarships. We strive to provide safe and supported races. EMS will be present along this well marked course with aide stations approximately every two miles. The course will remain open for 4 hours.

BIRTHPLACE OF THE TRIATHLON JUNIOR OLYMPCS (1990's)

QUALIFYING EVENT FOR THE INNAGURAL ITU YOUTH (Junior B) WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

Established in 1984 at Bottomless Lakes State Park (BLSP) - New Mexico’s first State Park.

Soloists and Relays will enjoy the 1/4 mile SWIM in the clear spring-fed lake, the 8 mile BIKE course, and a fast and flat 4k RUN. This family friendly super sprint triathlon is great for first timers and loved by old timers.

• FREE to first 5 athletes under the age of 18 in the solo division, and special pricing after that.

• Earn Cash Back if you refer 5 others to sign up.

• Conditional Refunds available if Race fills up and people on the Wait List agree to take a spot.

• No deferrals

ATHLETE CHECK-IN (pick up your custom shirt, swimcap and race #s)

Friday, June 26th 5pm - 7pm at our HOST HOTEL: Candlewood Suites (call 575-623-4300 for room reservations)

Saturday, June 27th 6:30am-7:30am in the Transition Area at BLSP (Race starts at 8am)

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO SUPPORT HARVEST MINISTRIES OF ROSWELL, CENTRAL CHAVES COUNTY FOOD BANK THAT PROVIDES EMERGENCY FOOD FOR THOSE WHO GO HUNGRY OR STRUGGLE WITH FOOD INSECURITIES. https://www.harvestmin.net/