Heart of ABQ 6.6K
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The Heart of ABQ 6.6K Run/ Race walk
The Heart of ABQ 6.6K is a Route 66 inspired community run and race walk in Albuquerque that highlights wellness, culture, and neighborhood connection. The event covers 6.6K and takes place in the city’s International District.
The event is hosted by the Juneteenth Renaissance Institute and presented by New Mexico True. It commemorates 99 Years of Central Avenue and recognizes the history associated with Route 66 in the area.
The route begins at Manzano Mesa Park and proceeds through the surrounding neighborhood to Villa Hispana at Expo New Mexico. At Villa Hispana the Heart of ABQ Festival presents local music, food, and cultural activities as a community celebration after the finish.
Event logistics note a free shuttle service that returns participants to Manzano Mesa Park after the festival. Registration opens March 31 and closes May 23, and the stated registration fee is $45. The description focuses on the course, community festival, organizational hosts, and basic registration and shuttle arrangements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
