Albuquerque Marathon
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Albuquerque Marathon and associated events
The Albuquerque Marathon weekend takes place on April 11, 2026, at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM. The event program includes in-person and virtual options and a range of race distances for adults and children.
Distances and event formats:
- Marathon : 26.2 Miles
- Half Marathon : 13.1 Miles
- Half Marathon 2-person relay : 13.1 Miles
- 10K : 6.21 Miles
- 5K : 3.12 Miles
- 5K (17 and under) : 3.12 Miles
- Kids K : 1K
- Virtual Marathon, Half, 10K and 5K
The course crosses the Rio Grande, passes through the North Valley Bosque, and features the Sandia Mountains as a backdrop. The published course profile is flat and fast. All finishers receive a finisher medal; tech shirts are provided for Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. Awards include overall and age group categories; kids K is a non-timed event and also receives medals.
The event is chip timed with electronic timing attached to the bib; bibs must be worn on the front and visible. Relay teams consist of two runners with approximate legs of ~6.37 and ~6.73 miles and use a belt exchange at a designated relay zone. Gear check is available near the start and finish. A virtual run window and packet mailing option are offered; mailed packets begin distribution on April 6. In the event of severe weather the race may be canceled and no refunds will be issued. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
