Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

One of Colorado's favorite trails meets one of its most glorious parks at our 9th annual Fallfest! As courses wind southwest along Big Dry Creek Trail, the remarkable sight of Standley Lake with the Flatirons on the horizon will come into view. Its Endless Series sidekick in September is Beat the Heat.

The Human Potential Running Series PresentsThe Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival @ Music Meadows Ranch Come join us on the Rainbow Trail in the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Run beneath the watchful eye of gorgeous, jagged, and ominous peaks from the confines of the rolling Rainbow Trail. This race is full of festivities, friends, challenge, and joy. Camp out with the HPRS tribe, whichever distance you choose you’ll wander through the Southern Colorado Rocky Mountains, and embrace the feeling of the wilderness within, while you run along the literal wilderness boundary the entire way. No race in our country is in a more wild setting. This unique race is about community, traveling together, discovering the hidden treasures in the mountains and those within yourself.

Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

The Extra Mile 5K is a community run and walk benefiting the Foundation for Douglas County Schools. It brings students, families, educators and community members together for a morning of fitness, school spirit and fun. The event includes a 5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Run, Health and Wellness Expo and post-race celebration. Every step helps the Foundation create opportunities and provide resources that support students, educators and schools throughout Douglas County.

3rd annual Manitou 5K!  Come celebrate the beauty of Manitou Springs!  Race starts and ends in Fields park.  Run along the rolling creek, view the art along the Creekwalk, loop the beautiful parks full of murals, sculptures, disc golf, skateparks and more.  The path is flat and accessible to all.  Run/walk.  Bring your family, bring your neighbor, bring your friends!  See map attached.  Chip timed by Pikes Peak Road Runners (PPRR).  T-shirt designed by MSSD14 art students!  All proceeds go to Manitou Springs School District.

Join the WESTY HALF and 5k this fall! The Hometown Race Series features half marathons and 5k distance events in outlying communities outside the Denver and Boulder metro areas.  Whatever distance you're ready to tackle, we'll be there with you to celebrate at the finish line!  This is one of the few 5k events where FINISHER MEDALS are awarded to each participant.  Go home with proof of your pride and show off that bling!

Welcome to Witch Paddle, Colorado’s most magical morning on the water. Each fall, hundreds of witches, warlocks, paddleboarders, kayakers, and magical misfits gather for a one-of-a-kind paddle across Chatfield Reservoir. Dressed in flowing black cloaks, pointed hats, and creative costumes, participants launch together as the morning mist lifts, creating an unforgettable sight on the water. What started as a small gathering of 80 witches has grown into a sold-out community celebration with 400+ paddlers, spectators, vendors, music, costumes, and plenty of witchy fun. Witch Paddle isn’t just about the paddle. It’s about connection, creativity, community, and giving back. Participants can expect: A magical morning paddleHundreds of witches on the waterCostume contests and photo momentsLocal vendors and community gatheringA fun, welcoming environment for all skill levelsWitch Paddle is hosted in support of Sacred Sisterhood Collective Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to

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

The Colorado Springs Veterans Day 5K is more than a run—it’s a moving tribute to those who’ve served our country with honor. This event provides an opportunity for our community to come together alongside our veterans and celebrate the courage, commitment, and sacrifices of our military veterans, past and present.   Why We Run:  To honor those who defended our freedoms • To remember the fallen and lift up those who still serve • To show gratitude through action—not just words • To build community with purpose By lacing up and showing up, every participant helps carry forward a living legacy of service and sacrifice.   Early Packet Pick Up: Saturday, November 08, 2025    4:00pm -6:00pm Colorado Running Company 5262 N Nevada Ave. #140 Colorado Springs, Co. 80918

Join the Journey! Register for 50 States Half Marathon Club "General Membership"! General Membership: $85 to join (then annual dues each year after, currently $35.00 per year). You may save on online processing fees by registering directly at our club website. You may review all our challenges available to you as a member, and guidelines at our club website. We are a Fifty States Running Club with MULTIPLE challenges to work on simultaneously as a member. No time limits to finish any challenge. No minimums to join! Lots of fun and motivation.  Whether you are a half marathon walker, runner, slow or fast, road runner, trail runner or triathlete, we have a challenge for you. Nice Awards! We also host a fabulous Member Party and Awards Night in a new state each year, and members plan meet up at races and race weekends throughout the year!  Join the Journey!   Visit our website for more detailed information. https://www.50stateshalfmarathonclub.com

Join the Journey! Register for Fifty States Half Marathon Club "Life Membership"! You may save on online processing fees by registering directly at our club website. $429 includes: Joining Fee includes a complimentary club shirt, a complimentary official member sticker, unlimited complimentary awards for finishing club challenges and milestones, no annual dues ever (currently $35.00 per year for general members), first dibbs on free entries given to our club, race discounts, and a great club with fun members owned & operated full time by a USA Veteran (veteran owned small business)! We are a national 50 States Running Club with MULTIPLE challenges to work toward simultaneously as a member! No time limits to finish any challenge. No minimums to join!  Lots of fun and motivation.  Whether you are a half marathon walker, runner, slow or fast, road runner, trail runner or triathlete, we have a challenge for you. Visit our 50 States Half Marathon Club website for more detai