Day of the Dead Series
2 Days in Las Cruces, New Mexico!
Run 1 or Both
Registration Links
Day 1 (Saturday, October 25, 2025)
Day 2 (Sunday, October 26, 2025)
Series dates: Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26, 2025
Race times: 7:00AM
Early Start: YES! (Optional) 6:00 am, bring a flashlight. Late arrivals will need to wait until the 7:00 am start. Click HERE for details.
Packet Pickup/registration: Friday, Oct. 24 3:00-4:30 at La Llorona Park and 5:30AM on race day, at the start line.
Average temps: Low 41/High 73
Time limit: None. We have a “no runner left behind” policy, and we happily stay until the final finisher crosses the line. Walkers are always welcome!
Pets/strollers: Pets are not allowed, for the safety and comfort of our runners/walkers; you’re welcome to bring a stroller if you have small children.
Food/aid stations: We will have an extensive selection of food and beverages at our aid station. We will also have a table for your water bottles that we will refill upon request.
- Course description:
- Start location: La Llorona Park, Picacho Ave.
- GPS coordinates: N 32.31055 W 106.82677
- Course: Fast, flat; paved, with a crushed gravel lane along side.
- Course is 1.1 miles out, then back. Six laps for half marathon, 12 laps for full marathon.
A USATF Certified, Boston Qualifying Course!
USATF Position on GPS Used by Runners
Area hotels:
Best Western Mission Inn, 1765 S. Main St, Las Cruces; 575-524-8591
Hampton Inn & Suites Las Cruces I-25, 2350 E. Griggs Ave, Las Cruces; 575-527-8777
Days Inn Las Cruces, 755 Avenida de Mesilla, Las Cruces; 575-526-8311
Closest Airport: El Paso International Airport (ELP) — 53 miles/57 minutes from race location.
NOTE: Airport information is for reference only. Not everyone’s travel plans are the same; please do your own research to find the airport that best suits your needs.
For more information about Day of the Dead celebrations click HERE.
What about the bling? We all know that’s the best part! Every participant will receive one t-shirt. All finishers will receive a separate medal for each day.
Registration information is below. You may register for any or all!
For information: Clint@DeadRunning.net
Registration is Open
| Race Type | Before May 31, 2025 | June 1-July 15, 2025 | July 16-Oct. 6, 2025 | After Oct. 6, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50K | $120 | $130 | $140 | $140 |
| Marathon | $110 | $120 | $130 | $130 |
| Half Marathon | $95 | $105 | $115 | $115 |
| 10K | $45 | $45 | $45 | $50 |
| 5K | $35 | $35 | $35 | $40 |
Registration is Open