Thursday, April 30, 2015

Lace Up for These ABQ 5K Runs

Albuquerque runners: the upcoming months are filled with opportunities for you to lace up your running shoes and get out on the trails and roads. From beer runs to running with your mother, there is something here for everyone. For more races in the area head to the Albuquerque Road Runner’s Club.

ABQ Brew Dash

When: May 9
Where: Balloon Fiesta Park
Try the 5K beer run or the 1 mile “beer mile” at the Brew Dash. After the race enjoy one complimentary beer from the brewery station of your choice. It will be a hard choice since all of Albuquerque’s best breweries will be there! Come wearing a costume and you could win your own beer growler. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the New Mexico Brewer's Guid, RunFit, and the ABBA Foundation.


Mother’s Day 5K

When: May 10
Where: Albuquerque Academy
Bring your mom to the Albuquerque Academy this Mother’s Day for a Mother’s Day 5K run. Kids run for free in the 1K kids fun run. Sign up before May 5th for $25.


Catch Me If You Can 5K

When: May 17
Where: Sandia Lakes Community
Follow dirt roads through the Rio Grande Bosque for this 5K. For the team run pair up with your mom, dad, son or daughter to run together. As soon as the race is over, head over to the lake to try your luck at fishing. If you catch something you are eligible to win a prize. There will be refreshments and a barbecue available after the race.


Cherry Garcia Run

When: June 21
Where: Valley High School - 1505 Candelaria Road Northwest, Albuquerque, NM 87107
The 12th annual Cherry Garcia run will include a 5K, a 10K and a kids run. After your run enjoy ice cream and pizza and try on your complimentary t shirt. A portion of the proceeds benefit RunFit, an after-school running program for all of New Mexico.


La Luz Trail Run

When: August 7
Where: Forest Road 333
If you want a real challenge, try this 9-mile run through the Sandia Mountains. Did we mention it’s all uphill? The race will take you upwards 4,000 feet into the mountains. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Friends of Sandia Mountains. The registration will be a lottery system beginning May 1.

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