The Great Balloon Chase Race

07/05/2025

Help us name our new mascot! Suggest your new name in the comments and tag a friend for your chance to win free entry into the 2025 or 2026 Great balloon Chase.

We at RaceNM believe in bringing you one of a kind races that will leave a lasting impression making

10/03/2024

10/01/2024

We're thrilled to share some fantastic news about the upcoming 2024 Great Balloon Chase (GBC)!

Packet Pickup
We're excited to welcome back Dick's Sporting Goods (DSG) as our host for packet pickup on Friday.
4pm -8pm

Special Discount
DSG is offering an exclusive deal for our GBC community:
- 20% off all weekend for participants and friends
- Discount coupons will be available at packet pickup

Don't miss this opportunity to gear up for the race and beyond!

10/29/2023

We can't wait for 2024. Registration will open up January 1st. The Great Balloon Chase will be held on October 6th, 2024, 5k, 10k, and 13.1

09/26/2023

We are happy to announce that YOGASIX Albuquerque will be on site for all your pre and post stretching and Yoga love.
All runners will get a pass to try out some amazing yoga.

09/11/2022

Come run the most colorful out there.
This 5K 10K and 13.1 is nestled along the Rio Grande with views of the Sandia mountains and dotted with colors of hot air with balloons flying above.
October 2nd 2022
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03/29/2022

A sneak peek at this year's medal. We can't wait to share what else we have coming.
Registration is open
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02/24/2022

Registration opens March 1st for the Great Balloon Chase
5K/ 10k/ 13.1m This year's event will be held October 2nd. Come run along the Rio grande as hot air balloons do the sky with the backdrop of the beautiful Sandia mountains. Registration link will be in bio or available through Run Sign up.
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10/07/2021

We know you all are awaiting these amazing pictures brought to you by . We will have a link up Tomorrow for your viewing pleasures.
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09/30/2020

We will be out this Sunday virtually running the Great Balloon Chase 13.1 course. Come join us for some balloon running views . We just might have some things to lift you up. #13.1run