Fall Equinox

Sunday, September 22 – Sunday, October 6, 2024 Past event

9:30 AM MDT

Fort Collins, Colorado

$75.00–$200.00 · 7 races

Half Marathon, 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Fall Equinox, taking place from September 22 to October 6, 2024, in the stunning Fort Collins, Larimer County! This exciting event showcases the breathtaking beauty of Poudre River Canyon, providing runners with a unique downhill point-to-point course. With three amazing race distances to choose from, there’s something for everyone.

Challenge yourself with the Beautifully Brutal Marathon, limited to 300 participants, perfect for seasoned runners ready to tackle the first five hilly miles before enjoying a thrilling 21-mile descent through the picturesque canyon. Prefer a shorter challenge? The Wild & Scenic Half Marathon is not to be missed, celebrated as the best half marathon in Colorado, offering a chance to set a personal record while soaking in the vibrant fall scenery along Colorado's only designated Wild & Scenic River. And for those looking for a fun twist, the First to the Finish 5-Mile invites you to either race fast or celebrate festively with friends, leading you straight to an incredible finish line party! Don’t miss out on this extraordinary running experience filled with camaraderie, music, and, of course, refreshing beer!

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Races

Marathon

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (8:30 AM MDT)

$149.00

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Half Marathon

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (9:30 AM MDT)

$139.00

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Charity Entry - Half Marathon

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (9:30 AM MDT)

$200.00

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5 Mile

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (9:30 AM MDT)

$75.00

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Virtual Marathon
Virtual

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (9:30 AM MDT)

$75.00

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Virtual Half Marathon
Virtual

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (9:30 AM MDT)

$75.00

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Virtual 5 Mile
Virtual

Includes Event Shirt - Long sleeve

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 (9:30 AM MDT)

$75.00

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Organiser's description

_"ONE OF THE BEST RACES IN COLORADO!"_

Enjoy the wild & Scenic beauty on the Poudre River Canyon while you run on a downhill point-to-point course to finish in a field of dreams where beer and music flow. Invite your friends & family, don't miss the experience!

Event includes 3 great distances:

BEAUTIFULLY BRUTAL MARATHON: Limited to 300 runners. Don't be fooled, this marathon course is a challenge for the strongest runners! Prepare for the first 5 hilly miles of the course & then open up your stride for the next ~21 miles of canyon downhills! A gorgeous race course running through the Buckhorn & Poudre River Canyons.

WILD & SCENIC HALF MARATHON: Voted best half marathon and best race shirt in Colorado. Great race to run a new PR, your first half marathon, or just for the beauty and the beer! Enjoy the fall vibes along the Cache la Poudre, Colorado's only designated Wild & Scenic River! Starting at the famous Mishawaka Amphitheater.

FIRST TO THE FINISH 5-MILE: Fast or Festive? You choose. Push yourself past the 5k and run a unique race distance that gets you to the finish line party first! Wait, you are the Party! This race is for all those or love to run or walk in nature and know how to celebrate the good things in life,