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Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon

Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon

Santa Fe International Half Marathon offers a point-to-point journey through the historic "City Different."

Race Date

Sep 19, 2026

Location

Santa Fe, NM

Solid Pick46

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 4.37 Miles, 4K, Capitol Ford Kids 1K Dash
Course
Point to Point
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Yes
Finishers on record
406

Highlights

Good For

Destination WorthyPR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Scenic Route

The Experience

The Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon invites runners to experience the "City Different" on a point-to-point course that winds through historic Santa Fe. Starting at La Tienda Plaza Eldorado and finishing at the Railyard, the 13.1-mile route traverses the Old Las Vegas Highway, showcasing stunning views of the city's landmarks.

This event, now in its 5th year, aims to be more than just a race, fostering a weekend of culture, connection, and community. It welcomes runners of all levels, whether they're chasing a personal best or enjoying a family outing. The race also supports a charitable cause, this year running for water in collaboration with the Kitany Water Project.

With a typical field size of around 200 finishers and a growing trend, the race offers a welcoming atmosphere for local community members, health enthusiasts, and visitors alike. The course, while USATF certified, features a slight net drop and a 1% separation between start and finish, suggesting a potentially fast but not entirely flat profile.

Race-provided description

Welcome to the 5th annual Santa Fe International Half Marathon!From September 18 to 20, 2026, experience a weekend of culture, connection, and community. Capitol Ford presents the fifth annual Santa Fe International Half Marathon. This event welcomes runners of all ages and abilities, whether you're looking for a personal best, trying out a new challenge, or bringing your family for a fun day. It's also an opportunity for community members, health enthusiasts, and visitors to get together, learn about Santa Fe's vibrant culture, and make a difference. This year, we are proud to run for water in collaboration with the Kitany Water Project to help bring clean, sustainable water to underserved communities. Get more information about our water project. https://www.wefta.net/priority-projects/kitany-water-project/  Race Options: Half Marathon: A scenic 13.1-mile race starting at La Tienda Plaza Eldorado point-to-point through Old Las Vegas Highway and finishing at the Railyard, offering stunning views of Santa Fe’s historic landmarks. The race cutoff is 3:30 hours.3-Amigos Relay: Team up with three friends or first responders to complete the half marathon as a team.4K Run: A shorter, 2.48-mile course from the Railyard Community Garden to the park.Kids Run: ages 3 to 14; A free, fun 1K activity for children of all ages—just walk in during the expo or on race day to register.  Kids Indigo T-Shirt Workshop with Gasali Adeyemo: Children ages 3 to 14 are invited to a free, hands-on indigo art workshop with renowned African artist Gasali Adeyemo—a unique cultural activity blending creativity, tradition, and fun! Kids will learn about African indigo dyeing techniques and design their own custom race-themed T-shirt to take home. Supplies provided—no experience needed! Health and Wellness Expo: Product Demonstrations: Watch the latest health and fitness products in use. Expert Advice: Get tips from nutritionists, trainers, and other wellness professionals.Free Samples: Try new products and find your next favorite.Exclusive Deals: Take advantage of special offers only available at the Expo.Product Demos: See the latest health and fitness products in action.Expert Advice: Get tips from nutritionists, trainers, and other wellness professionals. Schedule: Friday, September 18th     Location: Old Warehouse 21 next to Santa Fe Railyard Park, 740 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, 87505     12:00 PM – 5:00 PM          Health and Wellness Expo         Race Registration for Half Marathon, Relay and 4K Races         Packet Pick Up for Half Marathon and 4K Races         Kids Indigo T-Shirt Workshop         Kids 1K Dash Sign-up; no pre-registration necessary

Important Race Day Reminders: Runners should arrive race-ready and allow extra time for check-in.Hydrate and warm up before the race begins.Listen for race announcements regarding start times, course conditions, and safety updates. Saturday, September 20th     Location: Old Warehouse 21 next to Santa Fe Railyard Park, 740 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, 87505     10:00 AM – 5:00 PM                 Health and Wellness Expo         Race Registration for Half Marathon, Relay and 4K Races         Packet Pick Up for Half Marathon and 4K Races         Kids Indigo T-Shirt Workshop         Free Kids 1K Dash Sign-up until 2:45PM; no pre-registration necessary     3:00PM Kids 1K Race Sunday, September 21st     Staging for Sweat Clothes:         A sweat bag/clothing drop-off area will be available at the starting line. Bags will be transported to the finish line for post-race pick-up.       Please securely label your items with your name and bib number before dropping them off.     Location: Santa Fe Railyard Park, 740 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, 87505     5:30AM - 6:30AM         Free Shuttle Service to Eldorado (La Tienda Plaza)           Note: No return shuttle will be available. Please park at the Railyard and ride to the start.     5:45AM – 6:30 AM          Race Registration for 4K Race Only         Race Day Packet Pick Up for 4K Race     5:30 AM-7:10 AM         4K Race Starts         7:30 AM         Awards Ceremony for the 4K Race:        11:15AM          Awards Ceremony for the Half Marathon and 3 Person Relay   Location: Eldorado (La Tienda Plaza), 7 Caliente Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87508     5:30AM - 6:30AM Free Shuttle Service from Santa Fe Railyard Park to Eldorado (La Tienda Plaza)             Note: No return shuttle will be available. Please park at the Railyard and ride to the start.     5:45AM – 7:10 AM          No Race Registration for Half Marathon and Relay Races!         Race Day Packet Pick Up for Half Marathon     7:30AM         Half Marathon Race Starts Awards & Recognition: We honor every runner’s journey—and celebrate outstanding performances across events!    Top 3 Overall Male, Female & Top 3 in Each Age Group for the Half Marathon and 4K Races      14 & Under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70-74, 75+ Exclusive Race Weekend Hotel Discounts!      Official Race Lodging Partner: Concept Hotel. Sage Inn Santa FeInn at Santa FeGuadalupe InnCoyote South   Please book these rooms directly through my office by calling 505-772-0476 or emailing starla@concepthotelgroup.com Post-Race Celebration:      Location: Nuckolls Brewing Company. 1611 Alcaldes St, Santa Fe, NM        - Celebrate your achievement!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Start Time

7:30 AM

Giveaway

Race T-shirt & All Finishes and age group Medal

Start Location

740 Cerrillos RD, Santa Fe, NM, 87505

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Point to Point

Terrain

road

Scenery

Urban, Small Town

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

+0.52 m

Separation

0.8%

Also Offers

4.37 Miles4KCapitol Ford Kids 1K Dash

USATF Certified Course

NM25006TCN · Santa Fe International Half Marathon

Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

Quality Score

Solid Pick46
Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size12/15

~203 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty5/20

5% returning runners

Course & details13/15

USATF certified · 3 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:13:12

Weather2/10

typical high 73°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

53°

Afternoon (High)

73°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

15 mph

Wind

48%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 406 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

406

Median time

2:19:18

Latest turnout

211

States

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:204:10

Turnout by year

20232025

'23'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon?

The Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon is held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.

Where does the Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon take place?

It takes place in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

What distances does the Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 4.37 Miles, 4K, Capitol Ford Kids 1K Dash.

Is the Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon is a rolling hills, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.

How many people run the Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon?

HalfRuns has finish records for 406 runners who have completed the Capitol Ford Santa Fe International Half Marathon.

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