Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

One of Durango’s most popular running races for over 40 years, the Turkey Trot presented by Animas Surgical Hospital features a 5 mile race and a 1 mile fun run. The Turkey Trot is a holiday tradition for the whole family. Come burn off some calories and work up an appetite before your big meal! All of the proceeds go to great local charities.

The Thirsty 13 Half Marathon is one of the best races in Colorado! The race course:  Fast and mostly downhill, with gorgeous scenery.  Perfect for runners new to the half marathon distance or looking to set a PR. The finish line:  Ska Brewing, one of the best breweries in Colorado.  A crowd of spectators cheers you to the finish. Your (optional) post-race celebration: The San Juan Brewfest, with over 30 breweries waiting to congratulate you on your run!  You can choose to add a ticket when you register.

Come race with us at beautiful Lake Nighthorse in Durango, Colorado. The Swim takes place in this gorgeous lake. The Bike course includes some challenging climbs, while the Run course is rolling on mostly natural dirt/gravel surface with spectacular views of the lake. The Olympic course is two laps of the Sprint course for all disciplines.

An exhilarating day of trail running and delicious chili! Durango's only trail running event  that starts with a trail run through Overend Mountain Park over Hogsback, and ends with a Chili Cookoff! Presented by The Durango Running Club & Backcountry Experience, and benefitting The Good Food Collective.  Registration for runners opens Aug 1, 2026 for this ~6.5/7 mile spicy trail run. More details on the course to come.  Chili Chefs can enter the cookoff for free! To enter, email info@BCEXP.com and bring your best chili for a chance to go home with the Chili Cookoff Champion Belt. Approximate course map: here