Chili Pepper Series Marathon Half Marathon 50K 10K & 5K
Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
Mar, 2027 (TBD)
5k, 10k, 50k, Half-marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Race Information
The Chili Pepper Series is a two-day running event held in Las Cruces, New Mexico, featuring a variety of distances—from 5K up through 50K—suitable for walkers and runners alike. The course is USATF-certified and Boston-qualifying, offering a fast, flat, paved route with a gravel lane alongside and a super aid station that runners pass multiple times. With no time limit and a “no runner left behind” policy, the event embraces both speed seekers and social runners. Participants also receive a shirt and a medal for each day, making it both a challenging and rewarding weekend experience.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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