The Traditions Run is a USATF sanctioned youth cross country race established by the NB3 Foundation in 2023. The race honors the cultural significance of running in Native American communities; acknowledges the history and connection we have with the land we run on; and celebrates each runner’s personal connection to the sport. The one-of-a-kind race is free and open to all youth ages 6-18, regardless of team status. Through a partnership with the Pueblo of San Felipe the race is hosted just east of the Black Mesa Casino.
2026 Traditions Run Registration and Vendor Information
Registration Information
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Time: 9:00 a.m. (rolling schedule start)
- Location: Black Mesa Casino, San Felipe Pueblo
- Registration Deadline: October 7, 2026
Race Schedule:
- 4K: Girls 13–14, then boys
- 5K: Girls 15–16, 17–18, then boys
- 2K Run: Girls 8 & under, then boys
- 3K Run: Girls 9–10, then boys
- 3K Run: Girls 11–12, then boys
Additional Details:
- Free event
- Awards: 1st–10th place
- Teams: Top 3 teams recognized
More Information:
Contact Meet Coordinator, Simona Casiquito at simona@nb3f.org
- One 10-foot-by-10-foot space per vendor
- 30 outdoor vendor spaces available on a first-come, first-served basis
- 10 Information and community resource booth spaces are available
- Vendors must provide their own tables, chairs and canopies. All canopies must be securely weighed down.
- Electricity and running water will not be available.
- San Felipe Pueblo members receive priority. Other vendors will be placed on a waitlist and notified of availability by Sept. 26.
- Food vendors must have a valid New Mexico or Indian Health Service food handler card.
- Vendors must be fully set up by 8 a.m. The area will close to vehicles promptly at 8 a.m. No exceptions.
Additional spaces may be offered if availability remains.
More Information:
Contact Autumn Quiver at autumn@nb3f.org
Traditions Run
Local Eateries
Black Mesa Travel Center and Restaurant
Location:
26 Hagen Rd, San Felipe, NM 87001
Hours:
Open Daily
7 am-7 pm
Black Mesa Kitchen in Black Mesa Casino
Location:
25 Hagen Rd, Algodones, NM 87001
Hours:
Open Daily
11:30 am-10:00 pm Menu: https://blackmesacasino.com/black-mesa-kitchen/
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