ALBUQUERQUE RUNNING FIESTA 2026 — Albuquerque, NM

Date
November 1, 2026
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Venue
Albuquerque
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$29.99 – $150.00
Events
5K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Virtual 5k, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual Marathon
Includes
Shirt
Join us for the 2nd Annual Running Fiesta, featuring a full marathon, half marathon, and 5K. Runners follow a scenic course through downtown Albuquerque, past iconic spots like Route 66, the Rio Grande, and with views of the Sandia Mountains. Organized locally, gives back to the community, and wraps up with a lively post-race festival, complete with live music, vendors, a recovery zone, and a beer garden. Every participant receives: Premium Fiesta Finisher Medal Custom-designed High-quality Event Shirt Official Race Bib - option to have it personalized (if registered before deadline) Course Support Aid stations, medical, police support, cheer teams & volunteers all the way Fiesta Finish-Line Celebration Music, culture, local food, beverages, and amazing vibes Race Timing & Live Tracking Professionally chip-timed results with age-group awards Exclusive Discounts & Partner Offers Lifetime Memories

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for November 1.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Albuquerque, NM. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

  • Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
  • Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
  • 24/7 real-time support

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