Stadium Stair Challenge

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:30 AM MDT

Location: Albuquerque, NM; 1111 University Blvd SE, 87106
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

Conquer the UNM Football Stadium stairs in this timed, high-altitude challenge. Earn your medal and shirt.

Competitive
Quirky

Great for: runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Embrace a unique test of endurance at the 9th Annual Stadium Stair Challenge in Albuquerque. This timed event invites you to conquer the stairs of the University of New Mexico Football Stadium. Push your limits on this hilly, high-altitude course and celebrate your accomplishment with a commemorative race t-shirt and a finisher's medal. It's an opportunity to experience the pride of a distinct athletic endeavor.

What to expect

Experience a unique timed challenge ascending the stairs of the UNM Football Stadium.
Push your limits on a hilly, high-altitude course.
Celebrate your finish with a race t-shirt and a commemorative medal.

Standout details

Stadium Stair Challenge
Timed event
Finisher's medal
Commemorative race t-shirt

Perks & features

Shirt

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 18, 8:30 AM MDT · From $44.20
Opens Nov 10, 2025, 7:00 PM MST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM MST
1 Miles
Sat, Apr 18, 8:30 AM MDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 11, 2025, 7:56 AM MST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
Stadium Stair Challenge and 5-Week Training - HSC …
Sat, Apr 18, 8:30 AM MDT · From $0.00
Opens Nov 11, 2025, 8:02 AM MST · Closes Apr 3, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

+ 1 more option

Kids Run
Sat, Apr 18, 8:00 AM MDT · From $12.18
Opens Jan 26, 2026, 5:20 AM MST · Closes Apr 18, 2026, 4:00 AM MDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

altitude

High altitude

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Hilly
Timed race

From the organizer

The University of New Mexico is excited to host the 9th Annual Stadium Stair Challenge!

Join us on Saturday, April 18, 2026, as we invite you to take on a new challenge at the UNM Football Stadium. Register today and experience the pride of pushing yourself to the finish and enjoy a race t‑shirt and a finisher’s medal to celebrate your accomplishment.

This is a timed event, so get ready to bring your best!

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