Run with Joy Half Marathon and Run with Joy 5K
- Date Sat 29th March 2025
- Location Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Price $48.70 - $91.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of running and joy at the Run with Joy Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday, March 29, 2025! Set in the vibrant city of Albuquerque, Bernalillo, this unicorn-themed event is not only a celebration of fitness but also a heartfelt tribute to friends Lawrence Joy and Mike Thrall. The race will start and finish at the Canteen Brewhouse, with a scenic out-and-back course primarily on the beautiful North Diversion Channel Trail. Participants can choose between the exhilarating half marathon or the fun-filled 5K.
Enjoy a festive atmosphere with live music, delicious food, and refreshing beverages, including a complimentary pint of beer (for those 21 and over) or root beer for younger participants. All half marathon finishers will receive a commemorative medal, and every registration includes a stylish event t-shirt. Don’t miss the exciting post-race raffle, where your bib number serves as your ticket to win fantastic prizes! Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and join us for a day filled with joy, camaraderie, and purpose—all while supporting the Thrall family. Remember, early registration is key to securing your preferred shirt size!
Enjoy a festive atmosphere with live music, delicious food, and refreshing beverages, including a complimentary pint of beer (for those 21 and over) or root beer for younger participants. All half marathon finishers will receive a commemorative medal, and every registration includes a stylish event t-shirt. Don’t miss the exciting post-race raffle, where your bib number serves as your ticket to win fantastic prizes! Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and join us for a day filled with joy, camaraderie, and purpose—all while supporting the Thrall family. Remember, early registration is key to securing your preferred shirt size!
Organiser's Description
CALLING ALL UNICORN LOVERS! JOIN US FOR THIS UNICORN THEMED HALF MARATHON AND 5K ON SATURDAY, MARCH, 29, 2025 IN HONOR OF OUR LATE FRIENDS, LAWRENCE JOY AND MIKE THRALL. THE RUN WILL BENEFIT THE THRALL FAMILY.
The run will start and finish at the Canteen Brewhouse 2381 Aztec Rd NE. The out and back course will primarily be on the North Diversion Channel Trail in Albuquerque, NM. We will have an aid station at the halfway point of the 5k. We will have several aid stations throughout the half marathon. Restrooms will be available at the start and finish. With your half marathon and 5k registration you will receive a t-shirt and a pint of beer of your choice after the run. All Half Marathon participants will receive a finishers medal. We will have root beer available for participants under 21 and non-beer drinkers. We will have live music and food post run. We will be holding a raffle post-race open to all finishers in lieu of top finisher awards. Your bib number is your raffle number, so stick around to see if you won a fun prize!
RUN WITH JOY SHIRT AND SPECIFIC SIZE CANNOT BE GUARANTEED IF YOU REGISTER AFTER 3/7/2025.
PACKET PICKUP WILL BE FRIDAY, MARCH 28TH FROM 5-7PM AT CANTEEN BREWHOUSE. To help you carb load before the race we will offer $1 off pints with your race bib on Friday evening.
MUST BE 21 TO RECEIVE YOUR COMPLIMENTARY BEER. MINORS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.
*DAY OF REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE AVAILABLE. YOU WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT WITH DAY OF REGISTRATION.
RACE COURSE WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 12PM.
The run will start and finish at the Canteen Brewhouse 2381 Aztec Rd NE. The out and back course will primarily be on the North Diversion Channel Trail in Albuquerque, NM. We will have an aid station at the halfway point of the 5k. We will have several aid stations throughout the half marathon. Restrooms will be available at the start and finish. With your half marathon and 5k registration you will receive a t-shirt and a pint of beer of your choice after the run. All Half Marathon participants will receive a finishers medal. We will have root beer available for participants under 21 and non-beer drinkers. We will have live music and food post run. We will be holding a raffle post-race open to all finishers in lieu of top finisher awards. Your bib number is your raffle number, so stick around to see if you won a fun prize!
RUN WITH JOY SHIRT AND SPECIFIC SIZE CANNOT BE GUARANTEED IF YOU REGISTER AFTER 3/7/2025.
PACKET PICKUP WILL BE FRIDAY, MARCH 28TH FROM 5-7PM AT CANTEEN BREWHOUSE. To help you carb load before the race we will offer $1 off pints with your race bib on Friday evening.
MUST BE 21 TO RECEIVE YOUR COMPLIMENTARY BEER. MINORS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.
*DAY OF REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE AVAILABLE. YOU WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED A SHIRT WITH DAY OF REGISTRATION.
RACE COURSE WILL BE OPEN UNTIL 12PM.
Races
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Run With Joy 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th March 2025
$91.10
Half marathon course will be along with North Diversion channel. Starting at Canteen Brewhouse, running east on Aztec Rd, and North on the Diversion Channel and back on the same course. Hydration and aid stations and porta potties will be available at various points on the race course. -
Run With Joy 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th March 2025
$48.70
This out and back course will follow the same route as the half marathon. Running east on Aztec Rd and North on the Diversion Channel. At the turn around point water, first aid, and porta potties will be available.
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