The Big T
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Price $70.00
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Join us for the 40th running of The Big T on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the stunning surroundings of Santa Fe, New Mexico! This iconic race begins at the Aspen Vista parking lot on Hyde Park Road (NM-475) and offers participants a challenging yet rewarding 12-mile journey. The route ascends six miles and 2000 feet to the breathtaking summit of Tesuque Peak in the Santa Fe National Forest, providing runners with picturesque views and a sense of accomplishment as they make their way back to the starting point.
Not only is The Big T a celebration of endurance and community, but it also supports a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the race benefit Wings of America, a charitable organization dedicated to promoting running programs for Native American youth and teens. Help us reach our goal of raising $5,000 in donations to support this important mission. As we run through these culturally rich landscapes, we honor the ancestral lands of the Tesuque Pueblo and are committed to deepening our understanding of the history and heritage of this region. Don’t miss out on this inspiring event that combines fitness, community, and respect for the land!
Not only is The Big T a celebration of endurance and community, but it also supports a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the race benefit Wings of America, a charitable organization dedicated to promoting running programs for Native American youth and teens. Help us reach our goal of raising $5,000 in donations to support this important mission. As we run through these culturally rich landscapes, we honor the ancestral lands of the Tesuque Pueblo and are committed to deepening our understanding of the history and heritage of this region. Don’t miss out on this inspiring event that combines fitness, community, and respect for the land!
Organiser's Description
COME CELEBRATE THE 40TH RUNNING OF THE BIG T!
Since 1985, this Santa Fe classic starts at Aspen Vista parking lot on Hyde Park Road (NM-475) in Santa Fe, NM. The route climbs six miles and 2000 feet to the summit of Tesuque Peak in the Santa Fe National Forest and then returns to Aspen Vista, for a round-trip total of 12 miles. Race proceeds benefit Wings of America, a charitable group supporting running programs for Native American youth and teens.
Help us make our goal of $5,000 in donations to WINGS OF AMERICA through this site here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/NM/SantaFe/TheBigT]. A $20 donation is appreciated if you can afford it.
WE ACKNOWLEDGE, AND GIVE THANKS.
This great race, which we gather to run each year, is held on the ancestral lands of the people of Tesuque Pueblo. We honor their enduring connection to this region and acknowledge a painful history of displacement and colonization.
As a running group, we move through landscapes rich with culture and history. We commit to deepening our understanding of these lands and the indigenous peoples who have been its stewards for millennia. We express our sincere gratitude to the Native communities, past and present, and stand in solidarity with efforts to preserve and protect these lands for future generations.
Since 1985, this Santa Fe classic starts at Aspen Vista parking lot on Hyde Park Road (NM-475) in Santa Fe, NM. The route climbs six miles and 2000 feet to the summit of Tesuque Peak in the Santa Fe National Forest and then returns to Aspen Vista, for a round-trip total of 12 miles. Race proceeds benefit Wings of America, a charitable group supporting running programs for Native American youth and teens.
Help us make our goal of $5,000 in donations to WINGS OF AMERICA through this site here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/NM/SantaFe/TheBigT]. A $20 donation is appreciated if you can afford it.
WE ACKNOWLEDGE, AND GIVE THANKS.
This great race, which we gather to run each year, is held on the ancestral lands of the people of Tesuque Pueblo. We honor their enduring connection to this region and acknowledge a painful history of displacement and colonization.
As a running group, we move through landscapes rich with culture and history. We commit to deepening our understanding of these lands and the indigenous peoples who have been its stewards for millennia. We express our sincere gratitude to the Native communities, past and present, and stand in solidarity with efforts to preserve and protect these lands for future generations.
Races
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Trail Race (Runners)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$70.00
CLOSED -
Early Start (Run or Walk)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$70.00
CLOSED
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Aspen Vista, Hyde Park Rd, Santa Fe, 87505, NM, United States
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