Celebrating over four decades of running tradition, the Big 5 Duke City Marathon is set for Sunday, October 19, 2025, in downtown Albuquerque, NM. Participants can choose from seven race options: Marathon (RRCA West Regional Championship), Marathon Relay, Half Marathon (2025 RRCA New Mexico State Championship), 10K Run, 10K Walk, 5K Run, and 5K Walk. The course begins at Mayor Kinney Civic Plaza and follows a scenic route along the Rio Grande, primarily on the paved Paseo del Bosque Trail, with the marathon featuring a gentle 123-foot elevation gain to the halfway point. All finishers receive a Dri-Release moisture-wicking long sleeve shirt, a commemorative race coin, a finisher's medal (for select distances), and access to the post-race festival with refreshments. With its flat terrain and high-altitude setting, the marathon serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier and offers a unique challenge for runners seeking personal bests.
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Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
19 October, 2025
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay is set for Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Organized by the Duke City Marathon, this team event follows the same 26.2-mile course as the full marathon, allowing groups of up to five runners to complete the scenic and flat route with a total elevation gain of 37 meters along the Paseo del Bosque Trail.
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FAQs
What is the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
How long is the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
Where does the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
How can I prepare for the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay is set for Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Organized by the Duke City Marathon, this team event follows the same 26.2-mile course as the full marathon, allowing groups of up to five runners to complete the scenic and flat route with a total elevation gain of 37 meters along the Paseo del Bosque Trail.
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay is 42km long.
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay takes place in Albuquerque, NM, USA.
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay elevation gain is 37 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay is set for Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Organized by the Duke City Marathon, this team event follows the same 26.2-mile course as the full marathon, allowing groups of up to five runners to complete the scenic and flat route with a total elevation gain of 37 meters along the Paseo del Bosque Trail.
How long is the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay is 42km long.
Where does the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay take place?
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay takes place in Albuquerque, NM, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
The Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay elevation gain is 37 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Big 5 Duke City Marathon Relay?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Major City
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