Lobo Cancer Challenge
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Price $25.52 - $54.34
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 1km, Ultra
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Lobo Cancer Challenge on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the iconic UNM Lobo Football Stadium! This annual community fundraiser is dedicated to supporting the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, ensuring that New Mexicans battling cancer receive the best care possible. Participants can choose from a variety of engaging activities, including a 25-mile bike ride, a 50-mile bike ride, a 5K run/walk, a Stadium Stair Challenge, and a Cub Pack Fun Run for children ages 1-10. Plus, for those who prefer to join from afar, there’s a Virtual Challenger option available!
The Lobo Cancer Challenge is more than just an event; it's a celebration of community spirit and support. With sponsor booths and festive activities, this event brings people together to raise crucial funds for cancer patient treatment, research, and education. Every dollar raised goes directly to programs that make a difference in the fight against cancer. Come be part of a family that believes no one should face cancer alone, and help us make a positive impact in the lives of those who need it most!
The Lobo Cancer Challenge is more than just an event; it's a celebration of community spirit and support. With sponsor booths and festive activities, this event brings people together to raise crucial funds for cancer patient treatment, research, and education. Every dollar raised goes directly to programs that make a difference in the fight against cancer. Come be part of a family that believes no one should face cancer alone, and help us make a positive impact in the lives of those who need it most!
Organiser's Description
WHAT CAN YOU DO WHEN YOU SUPPORT THE LOBO CANCER CHALLENGE?
[LOBO CANCER CHALLENGE BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#1]
BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#1]
[PROGRAM HELPS PATIENTS FIGHTING CANCER] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#2]
SUPPORT NEW MEXICANS
FIGHTING CANCER
[CURE PROGRAM PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR TRAINING FUTURE SCIENTISTS] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#3]
PROVIDE TRAINING FOR
FUTURE SCIENTISTS
AND MORE! [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Programs]
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[UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center facility at sunset] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/About-UNMCCC]
The University of New Mexico
Comprehensive Cancer Center [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/About-UNMCCC]
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The annual LOBO CANCER CHALLENGE community fundraiser helps the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/About-UNMCCC] to deliver the best cancer care in the world right here in New Mexico. Our generous Event Sponsors [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Sponsors] make it possible for 100% of every single fundraising dollar raised by our Challengers to go directly to their choice of program [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Programs] in cancer patient treatment and support, advanced cancer research, community outreach, or education and training because no one should have to face cancer alone.
The Lobo Cancer Challenge event day, held at the UNM Lobo Football Stadium in September, features a 25 Mile Bike Ride, a 50 Mile Bike Ride, a 5K Run / Walk, a Stadium Stair Challenge, and a Cub Pack Fun Run for children ages 1-10, as well as a Virtual Challenger option. Sponsor booths populate a Participant Village, and games and activities are offered on the festive field in a celebration of community support.
YOUR FUNDRAISING SUPPORTS:
The UNM COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER is the only one in the New Mexico region _designated by the National Cancer Institute_ as a _Comprehensive_ Cancer Center in the top 3% of the nations elite cancer centers! This fundraising event helps us to deliver the best cancer care in the world. We are deeply grateful to our community for their tremendous support in helping all New Mexicans facing cancer.
2025 Event Photography from NM Photos [https://travismcwhorter.smugmug.com/2025-Events/2025-Lobo-Cancer-Challenge]
Free to view and download for personal use.
[Lobo Cancer Challenge one of a kind cover] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b57iRtLQVDQ]
A ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT
I hope that people, when they come to the Lobo Cancer Challenge, feel that they are part of our family. They are part of our team. That the discoveries we make at the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, the people that we help, the lives that we save are all because of them. Yolanda Sanchez, PhD, CEO
[Sponsors Video LCC 2025 cover] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fv68xzWFpkc]
WHAT INSPIRES OUR SPONSORS?
Hear personally from a few of our generous Event Sponsors as they share about the meaning of their connection to the Lobo Cancer Challenge. We are proud of our sponsors and their support for the community. They make a difference, and play a part in bringing world-class cancer care to New Mexico.
Connect with us
[http://www.facebook.com/Lobocancerchallenge/]
[https://www.instagram.com/lobocancerchallenge/]
[YouTube icon] [https://www.youtube.com/@LoboCancerChallenge]
[TikTok icon - no bg] [https://www.tiktok.com/@lobocancerchallenge1]
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The Lobo Cancer Challenge is Presented By
[Blake's Lotaburger logo]
[LOBO CANCER CHALLENGE BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#1]
BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#1]
[PROGRAM HELPS PATIENTS FIGHTING CANCER] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#2]
SUPPORT NEW MEXICANS
FIGHTING CANCER
[CURE PROGRAM PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR TRAINING FUTURE SCIENTISTS] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Testimonials#3]
PROVIDE TRAINING FOR
FUTURE SCIENTISTS
AND MORE! [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Programs]
-------------------------
[UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center facility at sunset] [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/About-UNMCCC]
The University of New Mexico
Comprehensive Cancer Center [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/About-UNMCCC]
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The annual LOBO CANCER CHALLENGE community fundraiser helps the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/About-UNMCCC] to deliver the best cancer care in the world right here in New Mexico. Our generous Event Sponsors [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Sponsors] make it possible for 100% of every single fundraising dollar raised by our Challengers to go directly to their choice of program [/Race/lobocancerchallenge/Page/Programs] in cancer patient treatment and support, advanced cancer research, community outreach, or education and training because no one should have to face cancer alone.
The Lobo Cancer Challenge event day, held at the UNM Lobo Football Stadium in September, features a 25 Mile Bike Ride, a 50 Mile Bike Ride, a 5K Run / Walk, a Stadium Stair Challenge, and a Cub Pack Fun Run for children ages 1-10, as well as a Virtual Challenger option. Sponsor booths populate a Participant Village, and games and activities are offered on the festive field in a celebration of community support.
YOUR FUNDRAISING SUPPORTS:
The UNM COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER is the only one in the New Mexico region _designated by the National Cancer Institute_ as a _Comprehensive_ Cancer Center in the top 3% of the nations elite cancer centers! This fundraising event helps us to deliver the best cancer care in the world. We are deeply grateful to our community for their tremendous support in helping all New Mexicans facing cancer.
2025 Event Photography from NM Photos [https://travismcwhorter.smugmug.com/2025-Events/2025-Lobo-Cancer-Challenge]
Free to view and download for personal use.
[Lobo Cancer Challenge one of a kind cover] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b57iRtLQVDQ]
A ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT
I hope that people, when they come to the Lobo Cancer Challenge, feel that they are part of our family. They are part of our team. That the discoveries we make at the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, the people that we help, the lives that we save are all because of them. Yolanda Sanchez, PhD, CEO
[Sponsors Video LCC 2025 cover] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fv68xzWFpkc]
WHAT INSPIRES OUR SPONSORS?
Hear personally from a few of our generous Event Sponsors as they share about the meaning of their connection to the Lobo Cancer Challenge. We are proud of our sponsors and their support for the community. They make a difference, and play a part in bringing world-class cancer care to New Mexico.
Connect with us
[http://www.facebook.com/Lobocancerchallenge/]
[https://www.instagram.com/lobocancerchallenge/]
[YouTube icon] [https://www.youtube.com/@LoboCancerChallenge]
[TikTok icon - no bg] [https://www.tiktok.com/@lobocancerchallenge1]
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The Lobo Cancer Challenge is Presented By
[Blake's Lotaburger logo]
Races
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5K Run / Walk
Incl. $4.23 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:15AM MDT)
$44.73
OPENS 15 MAYhttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/45697082 -
Stair Challenge
Incl. $4.23 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:25AM MDT)
$44.73
OPENS 15 MAYhttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/46080833 -
Cub Pack Fun Run for Children Ages 1-10
Incl. $3.02 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$25.52
OPENS 15 MAY -
25 Mile Bike Ride
Incl. $4.84 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$54.34
OPENS 15 MAYhttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/50077761 -
50 Mile Bike Ride NEW Route!
Incl. $4.84 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$54.34
OPENS 15 MAYhttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/49876648 -
Virtual Challenger
Incl. $3.02 Fee
$25.52
OPENS 15 MAY
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