Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K & Family Color Run
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Elizabeth, Colorado
- Price $10.00 - $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K & Family Color Run on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in beautiful Elizabeth, Colorado! This vibrant community celebration invites participants of all ages to join in the excitement along a scenic 5K route that winds through the charming historic downtown and surrounding parks, featuring both paved and dirt terrain. Whether you're a competitive runner or a family enjoying a leisurely stroll, everyone is welcome to participate.
The 5K will kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the colorful Family Color Run at 10:00 AM, where families can come together for an untimed romp through vibrant color stations. After the races, stick around for a delicious pancake breakfast, refreshing drinks from a local brewery, and a chance to explore the vendor expo along Main Street. Don’t miss the Elizabeth Backyard BBQ Showdown happening at Running Creek Park starting at noon, making this a day packed with community spirit and enjoyment. Join us for a memorable experience that celebrates health, family, and fun!
The 5K will kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the colorful Family Color Run at 10:00 AM, where families can come together for an untimed romp through vibrant color stations. After the races, stick around for a delicious pancake breakfast, refreshing drinks from a local brewery, and a chance to explore the vendor expo along Main Street. Don’t miss the Elizabeth Backyard BBQ Showdown happening at Running Creek Park starting at noon, making this a day packed with community spirit and enjoyment. Join us for a memorable experience that celebrates health, family, and fun!
Organiser's Description
ELIZABETH MAIN STREET 5K RUN/WALK & FAMILY COLOR RUN AUGUST 29, 2026 . ELIZABETH, COLORADO
JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION IN THE HEART OF ELIZABETH! OUR 5K RUN/WALK WINDS THROUGH HISTORIC MAIN STREET AND SURROUNDING PARKS ON A COURSE WITH BOTH PAVED AND DIRT TERRAIN. FROM COMPETITIVE RUNNERS TO FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS, EVERYONE'S WELCOME. AN HOUR AFTER THE 5K, THE FAMILY COLOR RUN KICKS OFF FOR A FUN, UNTIMED ROMP THROUGH COLOR STATIONS THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN ENJOY. AFTER THE RACE, STICK AROUND FOR PANCAKES, A COLD BEER, AND SHOPPING ALONG MAIN STREET. AND DON'T MISS THE ELIZABETH BACKYARD BBQ SHOWDOWN IN RUNNING CREEK PARK STARTING AT NOON THAT SAME DAY!
OFFICIAL RACE TIMING
The 5K is an officially timed race, managed by Colorado Race Timing. Your chip-timed result will be recorded and available after the event. To receive an official finish time, all participants must register under the 5K registration.
5K Start Time: 9:00 AM | Family Color Run Start Time: 10:00 AM (1 hour after the 5K start)
DOING BOTH EVENTS?
5K participants are welcome and encouraged to join the Color Run after finishing the race! However, all participants who wish to run the 5K must register under the 5K registration to receive an official timed result. The Color Run registration is for Color Run-only participants.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
* Scenic 5K route with varied paved and dirt terrain through historic downtown Elizabeth
* Officially timed race by Colorado Race Timing
* Family Color Run, open to everyone, starting 1 hour after the 5K
* Post-race pancake breakfast (complimentary for all participants)
* One complimentary BOGO beer or non-alcoholic drink from our local brewery
* Vendor and business expo
* Comprehensive medical staff and tent at the start/finish line and throughout the course
PARTICIPANT PERKS
* _5K Participants Only:_ Cooling Face/Neck Gaiter OR Socks
* Souvenir Bag
* FREE Pancake Breakfast
* One (1) Complimentary Beer or Non-Alcoholic Drink
PACKET PICK-UP
Early 5K packet pickup: Thursday, August 27th 3:00-6:00PM @ Town Hall
_OR _DAY OF EVENT - Main Street, Elizabeth, Colorado (look for white tent at Broadway and Main Street intersection)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Race Route: View Course Map Online [https://app.racedaymap.com/historic-elizabeth-main-street-5k]
Medical Support: Comprehensive medical staff and tent available at the start/finish line and throughout the course.
Parking: Free street parking in downtown Elizabeth. Note: No parking on Main Street between Elm and Spruce Streets.
Pet Policy: Pets are welcome on Main Street, but not on the race course. We appreciate your understanding.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Alexandra Cramer at acramer@townofelizabeth.org
JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION IN THE HEART OF ELIZABETH! OUR 5K RUN/WALK WINDS THROUGH HISTORIC MAIN STREET AND SURROUNDING PARKS ON A COURSE WITH BOTH PAVED AND DIRT TERRAIN. FROM COMPETITIVE RUNNERS TO FAMILIES WITH STROLLERS, EVERYONE'S WELCOME. AN HOUR AFTER THE 5K, THE FAMILY COLOR RUN KICKS OFF FOR A FUN, UNTIMED ROMP THROUGH COLOR STATIONS THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN ENJOY. AFTER THE RACE, STICK AROUND FOR PANCAKES, A COLD BEER, AND SHOPPING ALONG MAIN STREET. AND DON'T MISS THE ELIZABETH BACKYARD BBQ SHOWDOWN IN RUNNING CREEK PARK STARTING AT NOON THAT SAME DAY!
OFFICIAL RACE TIMING
The 5K is an officially timed race, managed by Colorado Race Timing. Your chip-timed result will be recorded and available after the event. To receive an official finish time, all participants must register under the 5K registration.
5K Start Time: 9:00 AM | Family Color Run Start Time: 10:00 AM (1 hour after the 5K start)
DOING BOTH EVENTS?
5K participants are welcome and encouraged to join the Color Run after finishing the race! However, all participants who wish to run the 5K must register under the 5K registration to receive an official timed result. The Color Run registration is for Color Run-only participants.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
* Scenic 5K route with varied paved and dirt terrain through historic downtown Elizabeth
* Officially timed race by Colorado Race Timing
* Family Color Run, open to everyone, starting 1 hour after the 5K
* Post-race pancake breakfast (complimentary for all participants)
* One complimentary BOGO beer or non-alcoholic drink from our local brewery
* Vendor and business expo
* Comprehensive medical staff and tent at the start/finish line and throughout the course
PARTICIPANT PERKS
* _5K Participants Only:_ Cooling Face/Neck Gaiter OR Socks
* Souvenir Bag
* FREE Pancake Breakfast
* One (1) Complimentary Beer or Non-Alcoholic Drink
PACKET PICK-UP
Early 5K packet pickup: Thursday, August 27th 3:00-6:00PM @ Town Hall
_OR _DAY OF EVENT - Main Street, Elizabeth, Colorado (look for white tent at Broadway and Main Street intersection)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Race Route: View Course Map Online [https://app.racedaymap.com/historic-elizabeth-main-street-5k]
Medical Support: Comprehensive medical staff and tent available at the start/finish line and throughout the course.
Parking: Free street parking in downtown Elizabeth. Note: No parking on Main Street between Elm and Spruce Streets.
Pet Policy: Pets are welcome on Main Street, but not on the race course. We appreciate your understanding.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Alexandra Cramer at acramer@townofelizabeth.org
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. Pick One - Cooling Face/Neck Gaiter or Performance Socks
Sat 29th August 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$25.00
CLOSED -
Family Color Run
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$10.00
CLOSED
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