Where and when is the event?

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Time: Check-in opens at 8 a.m. with the race beginning at 9 a.m. 

Location: Run will be around the Academy Loop. Event check-in will be at Hoffmantown Church (8888 Harper Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111) in the southeast parking lot off Ventura Ave NE.  

Are kids able to participate?

Yes, please! Strollers are welcome and kids under 12 run free. Though t-shirts are not provided for 12 & under, they can be purchased for $20 at the end of the adult registration page or on the site's storefront. 

Do I need to be a part of a team to participate?

Absolutely not! Your individual participation and fundraising make a huge difference on their own. 

If you'd like to join a team rather than create your own, reach out and we can get you connected with someone who needs more team members! 

What is a team?

A team is simply a group of people who register for the 5K together and fundraise toward a shared goal. Teams can run, walk, or fundraise only.

Common teams include:

  • Workplaces or companies

  • Churches or small groups

  • Gyms or fitness groups

  • Families and friend groups

Do I need to be a runner to be on a team?

No. You are welcome to fundraise only and still be part of a team. Participation looks different for everyone.

What is a Team Captain?

Each team has one Team Captain who:

  • Creates the team page during registration

  • Invites others to join the team

  • Encourages team fundraising

Team Captains are not responsible for collecting money — Bloomerang handles all donations securely online.

How much should a team raise?

Our suggested team goal is $1,000.

That typically looks like:

  • 8 team members raising $125 each, or

  • A few friends and family members supporting your effort

Every dollar makes an impact.

How do I start a team on the website?

Register for the event, select “Create a Team,” choose a team name, and invite others to join you.

Our suggested team fundraising goal is $1,000.

Do I have to fundraise to participate?

Fundraising is encouraged but not required. Every gift helps protect access to compassionate care and ensures families are met with consistency and support.