Balloon Run
- Date Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Price $48.75 - $69.97
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Balloon Run on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in beautiful Albuquerque, Bernalillo! This exciting event coincides with the world-famous Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, providing a stunning backdrop of colorful hot air balloons drifting over the Rio Grande River and the majestic Sandia Mountains. Participants can choose between two fantastic race distances: a challenging 10-mile race or a spirited 5K run, ensuring there's a perfect fit for everyone, from seasoned runners to casual participants.
As you lace up your running shoes and prepare for an unforgettable morning, join fellow enthusiasts for a warm-up led by a two-time Olympian! Each runner will receive a commemorative t-shirt and a delightful balloon-shaped medal, making it a memorable occasion. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various age groups, and get creative with your attire—prizes will be awarded for the best hot-air balloon-themed costume! With packet pick-up starting at 6:30 AM and the races beginning shortly after, mark your calendars for this incredible celebration of community, fitness, and the vibrant spirit of Albuquerque!
As you lace up your running shoes and prepare for an unforgettable morning, join fellow enthusiasts for a warm-up led by a two-time Olympian! Each runner will receive a commemorative t-shirt and a delightful balloon-shaped medal, making it a memorable occasion. Don’t miss the chance to compete for awards in various age groups, and get creative with your attire—prizes will be awarded for the best hot-air balloon-themed costume! With packet pick-up starting at 6:30 AM and the races beginning shortly after, mark your calendars for this incredible celebration of community, fitness, and the vibrant spirit of Albuquerque!
Organiser's Description
Join us for an unforgettable experience on SUNDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 12, 2025, amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta! As hot air balloons ascend gracefully into the sky above the Rio Grande River and the majestic Sandia Mountains provide a stunning backdrop, you'll have the opportunity to embark on a thrilling race along the scenic Bosque Rio Grande.
Whether you're up for the challenge of the 10-MILE RACE or prefer the spirited pace of the 5K, there's something for everyone at this iconic event. And as a token of our appreciation, every participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt and an AWESOME BALLOON-SHAPED MEDAL to cherish this momentous occasion.
So lace up your running shoes, embrace the excitement of the balloon fiesta, and join us for a race you won't soon forget.
Sign up now and be a part of this incredible experience amidst the beauty of Albuquerque, New Mexico!
To get you even more excited, we will have 2-time Olympian (Tokyo and Paris) lead the warm-up right before the start.
The top 3 in each age group will receive additional prize.
The best costume in hot-air balloon-themed will receive a prize!
PACKET PICK UP:
More information coming soon!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registration: 6:30 AM
10-mile race starts at: 7:00 AM
5K race starts at: 7:30 AM
Awards ceremony at: 9:00 AM
Whether you're up for the challenge of the 10-MILE RACE or prefer the spirited pace of the 5K, there's something for everyone at this iconic event. And as a token of our appreciation, every participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt and an AWESOME BALLOON-SHAPED MEDAL to cherish this momentous occasion.
So lace up your running shoes, embrace the excitement of the balloon fiesta, and join us for a race you won't soon forget.
Sign up now and be a part of this incredible experience amidst the beauty of Albuquerque, New Mexico!
To get you even more excited, we will have 2-time Olympian (Tokyo and Paris) lead the warm-up right before the start.
The top 3 in each age group will receive additional prize.
The best costume in hot-air balloon-themed will receive a prize!
PACKET PICK UP:
More information coming soon!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registration: 6:30 AM
10-mile race starts at: 7:00 AM
5K race starts at: 7:30 AM
Awards ceremony at: 9:00 AM
Races
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10 Mile
Incl. $4.97 Fee & Long-Sleeve Shirt and Finisher's Medal
Sun 12th October 2025 (7:00AM MDT)
$69.97
10 miles of beautiful views. Out and back course. Energy gels and water halfway through. Every participant will receive a high-quality long-sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal. -
5k
Incl. $4.05 Fee & Long-Sleeve Shirt and Finisher's Medal
Sun 12th October 2025 (7:30AM MDT)
$54.05
Out and back course. Every participant will receive a high-quality long-sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.75
If you aren't able to participate in person, don't worry - you can still do it at any location for a whole week leading up to the event. We will mail you your t-shirt and medal!
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