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Big 5 Duke City Marathon

The Little Rock Marathon takes place in Little Rock, Arkansas, on the first weekend of March. Its main event is a certified 26.2-mile single-loop marathon. Established in 2003, the race is sanctioned by USATF and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. It attracts runners and walkers from all 50 states and over 15 countries, supported by an 8-hour marathon limit and a 4-hour half-marathon limit. Additionally, it provides a free year-round training program and generates funds for Little Rock Parks & Recreation. The course begins and ends in Downtown Little Rock, crossing the Arkansas River. It features landmarks such as the Arkansas State Capitol, River Market District, Clinton Presidential Center, Governor's Mansion, MacArthur Birthplace/Military Museum, and Historic Little Rock Central High School. The course is not flat; the most significant incline occurs early, followed by smaller hills later. Runner Bill Rodgers commented that Little Rock is "a little salty." The event incorporates fun elements, including a unique theme annually, themed merchandise and expo decorations, costumed participants, the couch potato mile, the Lipstick Stop, and a large finisher medal that reportedly grows slightly larger each year.

Albuquerque Running Fiesta

The Albuquerque Running Fiesta begins at Downtown Plaza in Albuquerque, New Mexico, featuring a marathon, half marathon, and 5K on the same race program. This event is locally organized and includes chip timing, live tracking, aid stations, medical and police support, volunteers, and cheer teams along the course. Virtual marathon, half marathon, and 5K options are available for runners who prefer the event format without participating on the Albuquerque course. The route guides runners through downtown Albuquerque, passing Route 66 and the Rio Grande, with the Sandia Mountains visible. The finish culminates in a post-race festival offering live music, vendors, a recovery zone, a beer garden, local food, drinks, and cultural programming. Each finisher receives a Fiesta medal, an event shirt, and a race bib, with personalized bibs offered to runners who register early; age-group awards are also presented on race day.

ALBUQUERQUE MARATHON + HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K AND KIDS K

The Albuquerque Marathon takes place in early April in New Mexico, offering a full marathon, half marathon, two-person half relay, 10K, 5K, Kids K, and virtual participation for the main adult distances. In-person races begin in the morning, with the marathon starting first, followed by the half marathon and 10K. It accommodates a wide range of runners, from those aiming for a fast marathon time to families participating in the shorter events and Kids K. The course crosses the Rio Grande River, passes through the North Valley Bosque, and offers views of the Sandia Mountains. Organizers describe it as flat and fast, suitable for runners seeking a personal best or a simple city-and-river route. Finishers receive medals, and marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K participants get tech shirts. Overall and age-group awards are presented. The event also collaborates with Heading Home, donating a portion of proceeds to that organization.

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Albuquerque Training Notes

Albuquerque hosts 3 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run the Bosque when they want steady base miles with shade, dirt, and the Rio Grande close by. The Paseo del Bosque trail gives runners a clean north-south line through the cottonwoods. The North Diversion Channel works for intervals, tempo, and the Heart & Sole Running Shop Six Pack Running Series. Fleet Feet Albuquerque keeps Tuesdays easy with a 6:30 p.m. 3 to 5 mile run, and Saturday runs start at 8:45 a.m. ALBUQUERQUE ROAD RUNNERS CLUB gets people out on weekends. The Duke City Marathon, Great Balloon Chase, NM BOSQUE BURQUE RUN, and Foothills 10-Mile Run feel like anchor events.

Local road cyclists use Albuquerque’s 400 miles of bike lanes and routes, then point east when the legs need real climbing. Tramway Blvd. connects nearly nine miles of bike lane to endless hills and shares the scenic road toward the mountains. The 50-Mile Activity Loop circles the city, crosses the Rio Grande, touches Petroglyph National Monument, passes Balloon Fiesta Park, and rides along the Sandia Mountains. The Bosque Trail keeps Z2 honest, with dirt segments that are usually fine on 28C tires or larger. Gravel riders use Bear Canyon open space, Corrales Gravel Loop, Valle de Oro Tour, Cedro Peak, and the Sandia foothills. Day of the Tread gives the calendar a solid anchor event.

Spring and fall are the best months because March to May and September to November usually give moderate temperatures. The city sits around 1600 m, so locals feel the altitude during workouts before they brag about it. Summer brings highs around 32°C, low humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms, so most people start early. The Bosque gives both sports a cooler line, though Bosque singletrack north of Bridge can get overgrown in summer. Winter stays usable with highs around 10°C and lows below freezing. Sandia Mountains days can feel 10 to 15 degrees colder up top, and snowfall stays infrequent.