Santa Fe Striders Running Festival
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Price Free - $40.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Santa Fe Striders Running Festival on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the beautiful Municipal Recreation Sports Complex in Santa Fe! This vibrant event features thrilling 5K and 10K cross country races that wind through scenic trail and dirt roads, perfect for runners of all skill levels. Young athletes aged 3 to 14 can also get in on the action with free races tailored to their age groups, promoting a love for running and a healthy lifestyle.
The festival offers a fantastic opportunity for participants to compete for cash prizes, with awards for the top male, female, and non-binary runners, as well as masters categories. Ensure you're in the running for some amazing swag by registering before June 25. With online registration closing on July 16 at 11:59 pm, there's no time to waste! Gather your friends, lace up your running shoes, and be part of this inspiring community event that celebrates fitness and fun for all ages!
The festival offers a fantastic opportunity for participants to compete for cash prizes, with awards for the top male, female, and non-binary runners, as well as masters categories. Ensure you're in the running for some amazing swag by registering before June 25. With online registration closing on July 16 at 11:59 pm, there's no time to waste! Gather your friends, lace up your running shoes, and be part of this inspiring community event that celebrates fitness and fun for all ages!
Organiser's Description
Be a part of the Santa Fe Striders Running Festival on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the Municipal Recreation Sports Complex. There will be 5K and 10K cross country course and races with distances that vary with age group for younger runners. The 5K & 10K courses are on trail/dirt roads except for .25 miles.
RACES FOR 3 - 14 YEARS OLD RUNNERS
For our younger runners we have several free races based on age. Why? To get kids moving! To promote a healthy
lifestyle and educate kids about running.
3 4 yrs old 200 meters
5 6 yrs old 400 meters
7 8 yrs old 800 meters
9 10 yrs old 1 mile
11 14 yrs old 2 miles
You MUST check in by 8:45 am to receive your race number.
Free giveaway (SWAG) guaranteed if registered by June 25.
Online registration closes on July 16 @ 11:59 pm
5K & 10K CROSS COUNTRY RACE
Awards: Cash Prizes to Top Male, Female & Non-Binary Overall*
First Place - $100
Second Place - $75
Third Place - $50
First Male & Female Masters (40+) - $35
Standard 10 year age groups.
*No duplication of awards. Awards will not be mailed. Recipients must be present, or arrange for someone to pick up their award(s).
Free shirt (SWAG) guaranteed if registered by June 25.
Registration: Online registration closes on July 17 @ 11:59 pm
Race Day registration opens at 7:00 a.m.
Registration Fees: $40 before May 31; $45 June 1 - July 17.
Race Day registration $50 (cash or card only)
Registration Fee for Teams: $75
5K TEAM DIVISIONS ONLY:
High School Boys - Team consists of 5 male runners / top 3 score
High School Girls - Teams consists of 5 female runners / top 3 score
High School Coed - Team consists of 5 (3 boys & 2 girls OR 2 boys & 3 girls) / Top 2 boys & girl score OR Top 2 girls & boy scores
Awards to Top Team in each division.
RACES FOR 3 - 14 YEARS OLD RUNNERS
For our younger runners we have several free races based on age. Why? To get kids moving! To promote a healthy
lifestyle and educate kids about running.
3 4 yrs old 200 meters
5 6 yrs old 400 meters
7 8 yrs old 800 meters
9 10 yrs old 1 mile
11 14 yrs old 2 miles
You MUST check in by 8:45 am to receive your race number.
Free giveaway (SWAG) guaranteed if registered by June 25.
Online registration closes on July 16 @ 11:59 pm
5K & 10K CROSS COUNTRY RACE
Awards: Cash Prizes to Top Male, Female & Non-Binary Overall*
First Place - $100
Second Place - $75
Third Place - $50
First Male & Female Masters (40+) - $35
Standard 10 year age groups.
*No duplication of awards. Awards will not be mailed. Recipients must be present, or arrange for someone to pick up their award(s).
Free shirt (SWAG) guaranteed if registered by June 25.
Registration: Online registration closes on July 17 @ 11:59 pm
Race Day registration opens at 7:00 a.m.
Registration Fees: $40 before May 31; $45 June 1 - July 17.
Race Day registration $50 (cash or card only)
Registration Fee for Teams: $75
5K TEAM DIVISIONS ONLY:
High School Boys - Team consists of 5 male runners / top 3 score
High School Girls - Teams consists of 5 female runners / top 3 score
High School Coed - Team consists of 5 (3 boys & 2 girls OR 2 boys & 3 girls) / Top 2 boys & girl score OR Top 2 girls & boy scores
Awards to Top Team in each division.
Races
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Santa Fe Striders Running Festival 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$40.00
OPENS 01 MARCash Prizes to Top Male, Female & Non-Binary Overall* First Place - $100 Second Place - $75 Third Place - $50 First Male & Female Masters (40+) - $35 Standard 10 year age groups. *No duplication of awards Team Divisions for 5K Race Only: High School Boys - Team consists of 5 runners Top 3 score High School Girls - Team consists of 5 runners Top 3 score High School Coed - Team consists of 5 (3 boys & 2 girls or 2 boys & 3 girls) Top 2 boys & 1 girl scores or Top 2 girls & 1 boy scores Awards to Top Team in each division (5K Race Only). -
Kids Races
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:30AM MDT)
Free
OPENS 28 FEB3 4 yrs old 200 meters 5 6 yrs old 400 meters 7 8 yrs old 800 meters 9 10 yrs old 1 mile 11 14 yrs old 2 miles Medals to Kids. -
Santa Fe Striders Running Festival 10K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$40.00
OPENS 01 MAR10K course will do 2 loops of the 5K course.
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Municipal Recreation Sports Complex, 205 Caja Del Rio Road, Santa Fe, 87507, NM, United States
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