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
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Event summary
Join us for the Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K & Family Color Run on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the charming town of Elizabeth, Colorado! This exciting community celebration invites participants of all ages to immerse themselves in a fun-filled day of fitness and festivities. The scenic 5K run/walk kicks off at 9:00 AM, weaving through the historic Main Street and surrounding parks on a diverse course featuring both paved and dirt terrain. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a family pushing a stroller, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun!
An hour after the 5K concludes, get ready for the Family Color Run, which starts at 10:00 AM and promises a colorful and joyous romp through vibrant color stations—perfect for participants of all ages. After the races, stick around for a complimentary pancake breakfast and enjoy a cold beer or non-alcoholic drink from a local brewery. Don’t miss out on the Elizabeth Backyard BBQ Showdown happening at Running Creek Park starting at noon, making this event a fantastic day for families and friends. Whether you're racing or celebrating, come and be part of this unforgettable day in Elizabeth!
An hour after the 5K concludes, get ready for the Family Color Run, which starts at 10:00 AM and promises a colorful and joyous romp through vibrant color stations—perfect for participants of all ages. After the races, stick around for a complimentary pancake breakfast and enjoy a cold beer or non-alcoholic drink from a local brewery. Don’t miss out on the Elizabeth Backyard BBQ Showdown happening at Running Creek Park starting at noon, making this event a fantastic day for families and friends. Whether you're racing or celebrating, come and be part of this unforgettable day in Elizabeth!
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
Town Hall 151 S Banner St, Elizabeth
* Thursday, August 27: 10:00 AM 5:00 PM
* Friday, August 28: 10:00 AM 5:00 PM
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
Town Hall 151 S Banner St, Elizabeth
* Thursday, August 27: 10:00 AM 5:00 PM
* Friday, August 28: 10:00 AM 5:00 PM
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
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