Ruidoso Runfest

🎉 Welcome to the Ruidoso Runfest

Celebrating 6 Years the Ruidoso Runfest Marathon, Half Marathon, Schlotzky's Deli 5K Bun Run, and Kids 1K Mini Bun Run, and in its 2nd year the State-Forty-Seven Road 47K/50K. New Mexico's Premier only road 50K.

📅 Dates and Times

• Packet Pick Up: Friday, July 18th from 2 pm to 6 pm
• 5K and Kids 1K Mini Bun Run: Friday, July 18, 2025
• 5K Start Time: 6 pm
• Kids Mini Bun Run Start Time: 6:45 pm

🏃‍♂️ Main Events

• 47K/50K, Marathon and Half Marathon: Saturday, July 19, 2025
• 47K/50K Start Time: 6 am
• Marathon Start Time: 7 am
• Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 am

🗺️ Course Information

Check out course maps and laps needed to complete each distance.

• 5k:
• Half marathon:
• Full marathon:
• 47K:
• 50K:

🔍 Virtual Event Details

VIRTUAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR THE MARATHON, HALF MARATHON AND 5K.

• How does a virtual event work? First, register then print out your personalized bib number, pick up your t-shirt, then run, walk or roll your distance!
• Completion Window: Anytime between 8 am JULY 14 TO AUGUST 31.
• Result Submission: After you have completed your distance upload your results by clicking on the Results tab at the top of the registration page.

💰 Registration Fees

Registration Fees Details

🏅 Race Perks

• Commemorative Medal: All race participants receive a commemorative medal and custom shirt.
• Cash Prizes: Cash prizes for overall winners of 5K only.
• Overall Prizes: 5K - Top 3 Male & Female winners will receive $75, $50, and $25 respectively.
• Special Addition #RUIDOSOSTRONG Bear: Awarded to top 3 overall winners of Half Marathon, Marathon, and 47K.

⏳ Additional Information

• Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for groups: 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 & over.
• Race Start/Finish: TBD. The race will start 1 hour before the marathon begins with a 2 pm cutoff time and headlamps are strongly suggested.
• Registration Limit: The 47K/50K will be limited to the first 50 registrants.
• Diverse Swag: State Forty-Seven 47K/50k swag will include a long-sleeved shirt, trucker cap, and inaugural custom medal to all finishers.