Heart of the Desert Wine Run
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Event overview
The Heart of the Desert Wine Run is a chip-timed 5k run/walk held on February 7, 2026, at Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wines, 7288 Hwy 54/70, Alamogordo, NM. The course starts and finishes at the winery and follows mostly dirt roads through the winery and pistachio farm. The route is a two-loop course; participants may stop at the finish wine line after one loop.
Additional details
Registration includes a super soft ring spun cotton T-shirt, a shatterproof collapsible wine glass, a finisher medal, a race bib, online results, and a pour of wine. Minors may participate with a discounted registration that includes a shirt, medal and bib; minors do not receive a wine glass or wine. Strollers are allowed but not recommended due to uneven ground; children in strollers can participate for free and do not need to register. Dogs are not allowed on site due to USDA restrictions.
Age group awards are given to the top three in ten-year categories (19 & under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80 & over). Competitive runners must start with the first group to be eligible for awards. Age group awards are available only on race day and may be picked up at the registration table. Packet pickup is race day only and opens one hour before the event. The event’s charity partner is Thrive in Southern New Mexico. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.