Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon 2026 — Santa Fe, NM

Date
September 20, 2026
Location
Santa Fe, NM
Venue
3901 Camino Carlos Rael
Start Time
7:30 AM
Sunrise
6:49 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $95.00
Events
Half Marathon, 3-Amigos Relay, Santa Fe 5K, Kids 1K Dash
Includes
Race T-shirt & All Finishes and age group Medal | T-Shirt | T-Shirt & All Finishers Medal

The Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon is a running event held in Santa Fe, New Mexico on September 19, 2026. The race offers multiple distance options: a 21.1K half marathon, a 4.4-mile run, a 4K, and a 1K option, accommodating runners of different abilities and goals. The event starts at 3:00 PM from the venue located at 740 Cerrillos Road. Entry fees range from free to $100, depending on the distance selected. Santa Fe's high elevation of 7,000 feet should factor into your training and arrival timeline. Consider booking accommodations that allow time for proper acclimatization before race day.

From the Race Organizer
Run the City Different — welcome to the 5th annual Santa Fe International Half Marathon! From September 18 to 20, 2026, experience a weekend of culture, connection, and community. NEW FOR 2026 — NEW START LINES. The Half Marathon and 3-Amigos Relay start at Romero’s Park in Agua Fría at 7:30 AM and finish at Reunity Resources Farm , 1829 San Ysidro Crossing. The 5K starts at 8:00 AM at Reunity Resources Farm . Friday and Saturday packet pickup is still downtown at the Railyard. The Kids 1K Dash runs Sunday at 9:00 AM at Reunity Resources Farm. Roads into the start close at 7:00 AM. Capitol Ford presents the fifth annual Santa Fe International Half Marathon. This event welcomes runners of all ages and abilities, whether you are looking for a personal best, trying a new challenge, or bringing your family for a fun day. This year we are proud to run for water in collaboration with the Kitany Water Project to help bring clean, sustainable water to underserved communities. Get more information about our water project. Race Options Half Marathon (13.1 mi, GPX-measured): Starts at Romero’s Park in Agua Fría. An opening loop through Agua Fría Village (miles 0–4.9), then out and back along the Santa Fe River corridor to a turnaround at mile 9 — the 6,883 ft high point — finishing at Reunity Resources Farm. Paved the whole way. Elevation 6,567–6,883 ft with about 651 ft of climbing. Time limit 4:30 — the course closes at 12:00 PM. There is no fixed intermediate cutoff at the turnaround. 3-Amigos Relay: Team up with two friends or first responders to complete the half marathon course as a team of three. Same 7:30 AM start at Romero’s Park. 5K (3.12 mi): Starts at 8:00 AM at Reunity Resources Farm — 30 minutes after the Half and Relay, so the course clears — and finishes there too. Kids 1K Dash: ages 3 to 12. Free, and held race morning — Sunday, September 20 at 9:00 AM at Reunity Resources Farm, right in the middle of the race-day festival. Sign-ups accepted on site until the race starts. Strollers are welcome on the half marathon, 5K and relay — new for 2026, and possible because the course is paved throughout. Aid & Medical Five aid stations, seven service points: miles 2 and 4 on the opening loop, dual-sided stations serving miles 6 & 12 and 8 & 10 on the corridor, and the mile-9 turnaround station with ALS medical. Restrooms at every station plus the start and finish. Certified medical personnel are on course. Kids Indigo T-Shirt Workshop with Gasali Adeyemo Children ages 3 to 12 are invited to a free, hands-on indigo art workshop with renowned African artist Gasali Adeyemo — a unique cultural activity blending creativity, tradition, and fun. Kids learn about African indigo dyeing techniques and design their own race-themed T-shirt to take home. Supplies provided, no experience needed. New for 2026: the workshop is held one week before race weekend, on Sunday, September 13, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, at Reunity Resources Farm, 1829 San Ysidro Crossing — not at the expo. Health and Wellness Expo Product demonstrations, expert advice from nutritionists and trainers, free samples, and exclusive deals — at Warehouse 21, next to Santa Fe Railyard Park, 740 Cerrillos Rd. Schedule Sunday, September 13 — Reunity Resources Farm 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Kids Indigo T-Shirt Workshop with Gasali Adeyemo — one week before race weekend. Friday, September 18 — Warehouse 21, 740 Cerrillos Rd 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Health & Wellness Expo and packet pickup for Half Marathon, Relay and 5K. Saturday, September 19 — Warehouse 21 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Expo and packet pickup. Sunday, September 20 — Race Day — Romero’s Park, Agua Fría 6:00 AM: Venue opens; race-morning packet pickup and gear bag drop open 6:00–7:00 AM — Half Marathon and Relay only (5K runners collect their packets at the expo). 7:00 AM: Roads into the start close, corrals open. 7:25 AM: Wheelchair division start (handcycle and push-rim). 7:30 AM: Half Marathon and 3-Amigos Relay start at Romero’s Park. 8:00 AM: 5K starts at Reunity Resources Farm. 9:00 AM: Free Kids 1K Dash at Reunity Resources Farm. Sign-ups accepted on site until the race starts. 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Post-race celebration at Reunity Resources Farm; 5K awards at 9:45 AM, Half Marathon and Relay awards at 10:45 AM. 12:00 PM: Course closes. Parking Parking is limited at both ends of the course, so each race has its own lot. Half Marathon & 3-Amigos Relay: park at Romero’s Park , at the start — if it is full, continue to Reunity Resources. Relay teams should park together. 5K: park at Reunity Resources Farm , 1829 San Ysidro Crossing, your start and finish. A Santa Fe Trails bus shuttle loops the three parking areas — Reunity Resources Farm, the San Isidro Church lot across the street, and Romero’s Park — about every 15 minutes: to the start 6:00–7:45 AM (last bus from Reunity 7:30 AM) and back to parking 10:00–11:30 AM (last pickup from Romero’s Park 11:15 AM). Prefer to walk? It is about 20 minutes (1.1 mi) between the lo

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise occurs well before the 3:00 PM start time at 6:49 AM, giving you a full day to prepare. Santa Fe's September weather typically brings comfortable highs around 78°F and cooler lows near 47°F, with only a 20% chance of measurable rain, though the venue's elevation of 6,962 feet means you should prepare for cooler conditions. Santa Fe Municipal Airport is located 9.1 miles from the race venue, making it a convenient option for your travel.

⛰️ 6,962 ft elevation☀️ Typically 78°F / 47°F · 20% chance of rain✈️ Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) — 9.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon 2026 — Santa Fe, NM?

Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon 2026 — Santa Fe, NM takes place on September 20, 2026. The race is held in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Where is Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon 2026 — Santa Fe, NM held?

Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon 2026 — Santa Fe, NM is held at 3901 Camino Carlos Rael in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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