Balloon Run
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
4000 Bosque School Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
4000 Bosque School Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
4000 Bosque School Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM
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 atmosphere.
Why Balloon Run Local. Scenic. Fun. Worth It. Balloon Run is built to give runners and families a high-quality race experience with real value.
Organized by locals Supports local causes Scenic Rio Grande course Hot air balloon views Start and finish at Bosque School Family-friendly atmosphere Professional chip timing Great swag and race-day perks Run with Olympians!
Distances
Something for everyone Half Marathon — New for 2026 10 Mile 5K Whether you are racing hard, running for fun, or making it part of a family weekend, there is a distance for you.
Participant Perks More included. More to enjoy. All participants receive:
Long sleeve race shirt Big 'Ol Finisher medal Chip timing Custom fun bib Post-race snacks and brews
Half Marathon and 10 Mile participants also receive:
Race hat Spike bag Sunglasses Energy gel station
Race-Day Experience
More than just a race Music Hot air balloon views Great photo opportunities Costume contest prize Overall and age group awards 5K warm-up led by a 2020 and 2024 Olympian It is a race morning that feels festive, polished, and easy to enjoy.
Half marathon
10.0 mi
5K