Ruidoso Runfest
Ruidoso, New Mexico, United States
Sep 18-19, 2026 - Friday to Saturday
1k, 5k, 50k, Half-marathon, Marathon
Race Information
Join in for the Ruidoso Runfest where the weekend will include running, local bands, food trucks and Downshift Brewing Company beer garden.
Friday night kicks off the weekend with the Pizza Hut 5K and Kids 1K fun run. Finish line at Wingfield Park will host the awards for 5K along with music, post race food, and beer garden.
Saturday's events include the annual running of the Ruidoso Marathon and Half Marathon, and the State-Forty-Seven Road 47K/50K presented by Bluebird Running. This is a 47K run for overall and age group awards. For those wanting to complete a true ultra 50K distance, we have an additional loop that needs to be completed by 2 pm. This is New Mexico's only premier road 50K.
Saturday will include a festival-like atmosphere with awards, post race food, band, a beer garden, food trucks and bear carving.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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