Death by 5k Albuquerque
- Date Sat 30th May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Price $170.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the Death by 5k Albuquerque, taking place on May 30-31, 2026, at the beautiful Balloon Fiesta Park in Bernalillo! This exhilarating event invites participants to push their limits with a unique twist on the traditional 5k race. The challenge consists of running ten 5ks, each starting 2.5 hours apart, beginning at 8 AM on the first day. This is not just a race; it's a test of mental fortitude and physical endurance, where runners will navigate through the night, requiring headlamps and determination to complete each segment.
Participants will have the opportunity to rest in their cars or set up tents in the spacious grassy area adjacent to the race HQ between runs. With prepared meals available at key times and snacks provided throughout, you'll be fueled and ready to tackle each 5k. Along with an event shirt and exciting race swag, finishers will earn one of the coveted coffin awards, marking your achievement in this thrilling endurance test. With limited spots available for 175 participants, this fast-growing event promises an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss your chance to join the ranks of those who have survived the Death by 5k!
Participants will have the opportunity to rest in their cars or set up tents in the spacious grassy area adjacent to the race HQ between runs. With prepared meals available at key times and snacks provided throughout, you'll be fueled and ready to tackle each 5k. Along with an event shirt and exciting race swag, finishers will earn one of the coveted coffin awards, marking your achievement in this thrilling endurance test. With limited spots available for 175 participants, this fast-growing event promises an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss your chance to join the ranks of those who have survived the Death by 5k!
Organiser's Description
Death by 5k is coming BACK to Albuquerque!
Join us for the third edition of Death by 5k Albuquerque taking place at Balloon Fiesta Park on May 30-31.
RunStrong Event's signature 24 hour challenge, Death by 5k requires participants to run ten 5ks, starting each 5k 2.5 hours apart. The first 5k starts at 8 am, and subsequent 5ks start at 1030, 1, 330, 6, 830, 11, 130, 4, and 630 am. Participants need to be present at the start of each 5k, and have that 5k finished prior to the start of the subsequent 5k. This challenge is designed to test participants mentally and physically with physical fatigue, sleep deprivation, and running in the dark. (Headlamps, hand lights, or some other form of illumination will be required)
In between each 5k, participants will be able to sleep in their cars, or to put up tents in the grass field adjacent to the pavilions and the race hq tent. There is plenty of space for pop up or camping tents.
The 5k route will be on paved roads/multi use paths in and adjacent to the park.
Prepared food will be provided at 830 am, 130 pm, 9 pm and 430 am. Snacks will be provided throughout the entirety of the event, along with water and Gatorade.
Participants will receive an event shirt and other cool race swag. Finishers will receive one of our coveted coffin awards and the pride that comes with surviving.
Registration will be limited initially to 175 participants. After that, a waitlist will be enabled and we will open spots if/when they become available or if we decide to expand the field.
Death by 5k is one of the fastest growing events in the US, and takes place in Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Florida, Iowa, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, Las Vegas, Oregon and even more locations coming in 2026/2027
Join us for the third edition of Death by 5k Albuquerque taking place at Balloon Fiesta Park on May 30-31.
RunStrong Event's signature 24 hour challenge, Death by 5k requires participants to run ten 5ks, starting each 5k 2.5 hours apart. The first 5k starts at 8 am, and subsequent 5ks start at 1030, 1, 330, 6, 830, 11, 130, 4, and 630 am. Participants need to be present at the start of each 5k, and have that 5k finished prior to the start of the subsequent 5k. This challenge is designed to test participants mentally and physically with physical fatigue, sleep deprivation, and running in the dark. (Headlamps, hand lights, or some other form of illumination will be required)
In between each 5k, participants will be able to sleep in their cars, or to put up tents in the grass field adjacent to the pavilions and the race hq tent. There is plenty of space for pop up or camping tents.
The 5k route will be on paved roads/multi use paths in and adjacent to the park.
Prepared food will be provided at 830 am, 130 pm, 9 pm and 430 am. Snacks will be provided throughout the entirety of the event, along with water and Gatorade.
Participants will receive an event shirt and other cool race swag. Finishers will receive one of our coveted coffin awards and the pride that comes with surviving.
Registration will be limited initially to 175 participants. After that, a waitlist will be enabled and we will open spots if/when they become available or if we decide to expand the field.
Death by 5k is one of the fastest growing events in the US, and takes place in Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, Florida, Iowa, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Alabama, Las Vegas, Oregon and even more locations coming in 2026/2027
Races
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24 Hour Challenge
Incl. $10.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th May 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$170.60
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Location
4401 Alameda Blvd NE, Albuquerque, 87121, NM, United States
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