Ruidoso Marathon
Ruidoso Runfest offers a mountain town race weekend with a marathon, half marathon, and ultra.
Race Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Ruidoso, NM
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location
- Ruidoso, New Mexico
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
Nestled in the Sacramento Mountains, the Ruidoso Runfest transforms this New Mexico mountain village into a runner's paradise. The weekend kicks off with a Friday evening 5K and Kids 1K, culminating in Saturday's main events: the Ruidoso Marathon, Half Marathon, and the unique State-Forty-Seven Road 47K/50K, billed as New Mexico's only premier road 50K.
The atmosphere is festive, with local bands, food trucks, and a beer garden. Runners can expect a family-friendly environment hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks & Recreation. The 6th running of the marathon and half marathon, alongside the 2nd year of the 47K/50K, showcases a growing event with a community-focused spirit.
Race-provided description
NEW 20246 Race Date September 18-19, 2026 2026 Race Registration Click Here
RUIDOSO RUNFEST PHOTOS Click on this link to view photos from the 2025 event Web Gallery
Join us for the 2nd annual Ruidoso Runfest where the weekend will include running, local bands, food trucks, and Downshift Brewing Company beer garden. This will be a family-friendly weekend hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks & Recreation dept. Friday night kicks off the weekend with the Pizza Hut 5K and Kids 1K fun run. Finish line at Wingfield Park will host the awards for 5K along with music, post-race food, and a beer garden.
NEW Race Date September 18-19, 2026 NEW REGISTRATION LINK FOR 2026 Click Here
Saturday's events include the 6th running of the Ruidoso Marathon and Half Marathon, and in its 2nd year, the State-Forty-Seven Road 47K/50K presented by Bluebird Running. This is a 47K run for overall and age group awards. For those wanting to complete a true ultra 50K distance, we have an additional loop that needs to be completed by 2 pm. This is New Mexico's only premier road 50K. Saturday will include a festival-like atmosphere with awards, post-race food, a band, a beer garden, food trucks, and bear carving. Don't miss this weekend and book your rooms early!
NEW Race Date September 18-19, 2026 NEW REGISTRATION LINK FOR 2026 Click Here
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Mountain
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 3 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
53°
Afternoon (High)
75°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
59%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ruidoso Marathon?
The Ruidoso Marathon is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Where does the Ruidoso Marathon take place?
It takes place in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
What distances does the Ruidoso Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M.
Is the Ruidoso Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Ruidoso Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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