Ruidoso Runfest September 18-19,
About this race
NEW 20246 Race Date September 18-19, 2026
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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
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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
Join fellow runners on July 19, 2024 for the Ruidoso Runfest September 18-19,. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K, Half-Marathon, Marathon, 47K featuring a flat and fast course in Ruidoso.
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Running
Schlotzsky's Deli Bun Run 5K
Race day Friday, July 19, 2024 5K Start time: 6:00 p.m. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
Kids 1K Mini Bun Run
Race Day Friday, July 19, 2024 1 Mile Kids Run start time: 6:45 p.m. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
Ruidoso Half Marathon
Half Marathon Saturday, 7/20/2024 Start time: 7:30 a.m. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
Ruidoso Marathon
Saturday, 7/20/2024 Start time: 6:00 a.m. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
Bluebird Running Co. 47K/50K
Saturday, 7/20/2024 Start time: 6:00 a.m. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
VIRTUAL MARATHON
LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time) VIRTUAL PACKETS CAN BE MAILED FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $8. MUST CHOOSE SHIPPING OPTION DURING REGISTRATION PROCESS.
VIRTUAL HALF MARATHON
VIRTUAL PACKETS CAN BE MAILED FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $8. MUST CHOOSE SHIPPING OPTION DURING REGISTRATION PROCESS. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
VIRTUAL 5K
VIRTUAL PACKETS CAN BE MAILED FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $8. MUST CHOOSE SHIPPING OPTION DURING REGISTRATION PROCESS. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
Virtual Bluebird Running Co. 47K/50K
VIRTUAL PACKETS CAN BE MAILED FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $8. MUST CHOOSE SHIPPING OPTION DURING REGISTRATION PROCESS. LOCATION FOR PARKING, PACKET PICK-UP and ALL EVENTS This park is located off of Hull Road behind the White Mountain Elementary Schools on White Mountain Drive Address: 203 White Mountain Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345.The recreation parking area and school have plenty of parking. Dates and Times: Packet Pick Up For All Events Friday, July 19th from 12 pm to 5:30 pm / White Mountain Recreational Complex Saturday opens at 5 am for the 47K / 50K , Marathon, and Half Marathon (note we will close packet pickup 15 minutes before each event's start time)
About Ruidoso
Ruidoso Runfest September 18-19, takes place in Ruidoso, New Mexico, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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