Join us for the 2nd Annual Ruidoso RunFest, formerly known as Ruidoso Marathon Weekend. This two-day celebration brings together runners, families, and spectators for a weekend of mountain racing, community spirit, and unforgettable experiences in the Sacramento Mountains.
Hosted by the Village of Ruidoso Parks & Recreation, RunFest features races for all ages and abilities, plus live music, local food, and post-race celebrations. New for 2026, all Saturday races will start and finish at Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water, offering participants a beautiful new venue and an unforgettable mountain race experience.
Ruidoso RunFest 2026
September 18 - 19, 2026
Event Schedule
Friday Night Fun | September 18
Pizza Hut 5K & Kids’ 1K Fun Run
Location: Wingfield Park
300 Center Street
Ruidoso, NM 88345
Start Times
Pizza Hut 5K: 6:15 PM
Kids’ 1K Fun Run: 7:00 PM
Kick off race weekend with two fun, family-friendly events in the heart of Midtown Ruidoso. Whether you’re running or cheering from the sidelines, Friday evening offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for participants and spectators alike.
Wingfield Park festivities include:
Live music
Finish-line celebration
Post-race pizza from Pizza Hut
Downshift Brewing Company beer garden
Saturday | September 19
47K / 50K
Marathon
Half Marathon
New Host Venue
Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water
492 Fort Stanton Road
Alto, NM 88312
Start Times
Bluebird Running 47K / 50K – 6:00 AM
Ruidoso Parks & Recreation Marathon – 7:00 AM
Village of Ruidoso Half Marathon – 8:00 AM
We’re excited to welcome runners to our new Saturday host venue. All Saturday races now start and finish at Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water, creating a scenic and memorable race experience while showcasing the natural beauty of the Sacramento Mountains.
Start Locations
Marathon, Half Marathon & 47K
Enchanted Vine by Noisy Water
492 Fort Stanton Road
Alto, NM 88312
5K & Kids 1K
Wingfield Park
300 Center Street
Ruidoso, NM 88345
Course Information
Runners will experience a combination of paved roads, mountain scenery, forested landscapes, and high-elevation terrain that showcases the natural beauty of Lincoln County and the Sacramento Mountains.
Course maps, elevation profiles, aid station information, cut-off times, and race-day details are available through the official event registration page.
Packet Pickup
Friday, September 18
Wingfield Park
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday, September 19
At each race start location
5:00 AM – 6:45 AM
Participants are encouraged to pick up race packets on Friday whenever possible.
Post-Race Festival
Celebrate your finish with a festive mountain atmosphere featuring:
Pizza Hut food
Live music
Beer garden
Food trucks
Bear carving demonstration
Awards ceremony
The finish line festival is designed for runners, families, volunteers, and spectators to enjoy throughout the day.
Runner Amenities
Additional participant amenities include:
Showers available at Ruidoso Athletic Club
Downshift Brewing after-party
Volunteer support and aid stations throughout the courses
Registration
Registration is available through the official Race Roster event page.
Participants are encouraged to register early. Guaranteed race shirt sizing is available through September 6, 2026.
Military discounts are available. See the official registration page for eligibility and details.
Register Here:
https://raceroster.com/events/2026/94941/ruidoso-runfest
Spectators
Family members and friends are encouraged to cheer runners along the course and enjoy the finish line festivities at Wingfield Park throughout the day.
Learn More
For complete race information, including:
Course maps
Elevation profiles
Aid stations
Registration fees
Awards
Race policies
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit the official Ruidoso RunFest registration website: