Chili Peppers Series
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Event Overview
The Chili Peppers Series is a two-day running event held in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Day 1 and Day 2 take place on March 14 and March 15, 2026, at La Llorona Park. Participants can register for events on both days.
Distances
The series offers several race distances, including:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50K
Event Details
The event features a "no runner left behind" policy, meaning organizers stay until the final participant finishes. Walkers are welcome. An early start option at 6:00 AM is available for the half marathon, marathon, and 50K distances; participants using this option must bring a flashlight. The regular start time for all races is 7:00 AM.
The course is USATF certified, a Boston Marathon qualifying course, and is described as fast and flat. The paved route includes a crushed gravel lane alongside and is 1.1 miles out and back. A "Super Aid Station" is passed multiple times, offering a wide selection of food and beverages. Participants receive one event t-shirt and a unique finisher's medal for each day they run.
Packet pickup and in-person registration are available the day before the event and on race mornings at La Llorona Park. Pets are not allowed, but strollers are permitted. Average temperatures for the time of year are listed as a low of 41°F and a high of 73°F. Registration fees are non-refundable, and race insurance is suggested. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
