Lovelace Rio Grande Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Parnall Law Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5k Run/Walk take place in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The event features two primary distances:
- 13.1 Miles (Half Marathon)
- 3.1 Miles (5k Run/Walk)
The route is located at 5500 Balloon Fiesta Parkway and guides participants through the Albuquerque Bosque. The course is flat from start to finish. Runners observe the local landscape throughout the race, including views of the Rio Grande, the cottonwood forest of the Bosque, the Sandia Mountains, and the New Mexico sky.
Participants receive technical finisher shirts and medals designed with a local aesthetic. The event concludes with a post-race gathering known as the Finish Line Fiesta. This celebration includes live music and local refreshments, such as craft beer from Canteen Brewhouse and breakfast burritos from Golden Pride.
Registration for these events typically occurs several months in advance. The half marathon distance attracts individuals looking for a flat course for personal records or those using the race as preparation for future marathon events. The 5k option is available for both runners and walkers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
