Platypus Run
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Platypus Run in Albuquerque
The Platypus Run is a fundraising run and walk taking place on May 16, 2026, at Los Poblanos Open Space in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The event supports the Pericarditis Alliance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and organizers state that all proceeds will go to that organization.
The program includes multiple participation options:
- 5K Run
- 1 Mile Fitness Walk
- Virtual Walk Your Best Friend: Dog or Human
Entry fees listed by the organizer are $35 for the 5K, $25 for the 1 mile fitness walk, and $35 for the virtual walk. All registrants receive a Platypus Run bandana and may purchase a race T shirt.
The virtual option is described as a way to join from any location and to walk in solidarity with people affected by pericarditis. The event information notes that people with pericarditis are advised to keep their heart rate under 100 beats per minute to support healing and reduce the risk of recurrence, and that walking a dog can help maintain a lower heart rate during exercise.
The description focuses on raising awareness of pericardial disease and on providing in person and virtual participation choices. Venue location is Los Poblanos Open Space on Montano Boulevard in Albuquerque, NM. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
