What race distances can I run in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has 5K (15), 10K (7), Half Marathon (6). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Upcoming running races in and near Colorado Springs, Colorado - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
20 upcoming races · 9 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Colorado Springs races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Nielson Challenge Colorado Springs, COFreeDetails Sat, Aug 1, 2026STEPS TO EMPOWER Colorado Springs, COFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, COFrom $38Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Summer Sizzler- Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, COFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026The Cheyenne Mountain Run Colorado Springs, COFrom $50Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Rocky Mountain 5K Colorado Springs, COFrom $40Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Run for Hope - Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, COFrom $25Register Sun, Sep 6, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k Colorado Springs, COFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Colorado Springs Marathon, Half, 5K, and Kids K Colorado Springs, COFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Kids' Fall Series - Where Kids Run Free! Colorado Springs, COFreeDetails Sun, Oct 4, 2026Fall Series - Get Dirty! Get Muddy! Colorado Springs, COFrom $39Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Spooky Sprint - Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, COFrom $22Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike Colorado Springs, COFrom $25Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Turkey Trails - Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, COFrom $22Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Colorado Springs Veterans Day 5k Colorado Springs, COFrom $20Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026YMCA Turkey Trot 5K Colorado Springs, COFrom $45Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Candy Cane Course - Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, COFrom $27Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Chasing Santa 5k/Cycling Santa Toy Drive Colorado Springs, COFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Stories Trail Runs Colorado Springs, COFrom $60Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027The Toyota Super Half Marathon™& Game Day 5K™ Colorado Springs, COFrom $35Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Colorado Springs
When is race season in Colorado Springs?
August is the busiest month for races in Colorado Springs, with 7 of the 20, followed by October with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Colorado Springs?
8 of the 20 races in Colorado Springs already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Colorado Springs races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 9 races in Colorado Springs with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:09, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Colorado Springs?
Browse Colorado Springs run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Colorado Springs?
Yes, 6 races around Colorado Springs get you off the pavement: 5 are trail races, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.