# 12k's of Christmas Southern New Mexico

- **When:** Sat, Dec 12, 2026 · 8:00 AM MST
- **Where:** Runalong Rd, Las Cruces, NM, 88005
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rr-139671-12ks-of-christmas-southern-new-mexico

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/139671/12ks-of-christmas-southern-new-mexico

## Description

Help bring in the holidays by joining us on 12/12 for the 2nd Annual Southern New Mexico 12K's of Christmas December 12th, 2026, 8:00 a.m. Start Let’s get moving this Christmas Season and share a new family tradition, New Mexico style! The Southern New Mexico 12k's of Christmas is coming back this December 12th, This featured Runner's World event took a hiatus for several years, but is returning to Las Cruces once again for the 14th running of this annual event. Here is what Runner's World had to say about this bucket list event. Why Run It : Furry friends are welcome at all distances—12K, 6K, and 1.2K—of this annual holiday-themed race, which encourages costumes for both human and canine participants. All events are open to all runners and walkers. Furry Friends are welcome! Your 12 K, 6 K, and 1.2 K registration includes a limited-edition 12Ks of Christmas Custom Christmas Ornament Finishers Medal, custom 12K's shirt, 12K's sticker, Holiday Bib, and a Santa Hat. Location The start and finish will be at the south end of the La Llorona Trail; enter from Calle de Norte Rd. Join other participants and friends for this annual Christmas Celebration What you need to know: Early Packet Pickup is available on Friday, 12/11, from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Bluebird Running Company, 136 S.Water St, Las Cruces, 88001 Saturday 12/12 Packet Pickup / Check-in: Starts at 7 a.m. Location for Packet pickup will be at the South end La Llorona trail Start / Finish area. 8:00 a.m. 12K Run Start 8:05 a.m. 6K Run Start 8:10 a.m. 1.2K Walk Start Where: Race Start / Finish and race day packet pickup /check in: La Llorona Trail, South end What: Run or walk any event in your best holiday outfit! Online registration required!! The event is stroller and pet-friendly. Awards to the top 3 male and female overall 12K and 6K events, Awards for the best-dressed human and furry friend! All 12k ,6k and 1.2K participants will receive commemorative Southern New Mexico12k's of Christmas' Ornament / Medal

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rr-139671-12ks-of-christmas-southern-new-mexico](https://runthis.run/event/rr-139671-12ks-of-christmas-southern-new-mexico) — data from Run This (runthis.run).