Balloon Run
Balloon Run is listed for October 3, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. Listed distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 5K. Confirm the date, registration and travel details with the official organizer before you book.
About this race
RunSignup listed events: Half Marathon - running_race - 13.1 Miles; 10 mile - running_race - 10 Miles; 5k - running_race - 5K. A Better Way to Start Balloon Fiesta Weekend! Balloon Run 2026 takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, the first day of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Choose from the Half Marathon (new this year), 10 Mile, or 5K and enjoy a scenic race morning at Bosque School with Rio Grande views, hot air balloons, great swag, music, and a fun, welcoming...
Key facts
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Events
- Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 5K
- Surface
- Road
- Official source
- Registration page & official site
- Listing status
- updated May 23, 2026
Before you register
- 1Confirm the race-day schedule
Verify the October 3, 2026 start times, packet pickup and corral instructions on the official source before booking travel.
- 2Pin the exact start area
Use New Mexico as the planning region, then confirm the precise start, finish, parking and transport with the organizer.
- 3Pick your distance
Listed options are Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 Miler, 5K. Check the source for current per-distance availability and limits.
- 4Review entry terms
Read entry rules, refund terms, participant limits and transfer rules before you pay.