Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027
- Date Thu 25th June 2026 - Sun 27th June 2027
- Time 10:00AM MDT
- Location Alma, Colorado
- Price Free - $165.30
- Races 11 races
- Distances Ultra, Half Marathon, 10km
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Event summary
The event features a variety of race distances, including a special Doggie Division for leashed dogs in the Sunday Trail 10K, allowing you to share the adventure with your furry friends. With courses that weave through stunning alpine meadows, challenging climbs, and exhilarating descents, participants can expect a true test of endurance and grit. Families will also love the free kids' bike and run races for ages 12 and under, along with discounted camping options to enjoy the breathtaking scenery under the stars. Join us for a weekend filled with competition, community spirit, and the beauty of the Colorado mountains. See you in the clouds!
Organiser's Description
JUNE 25 - 27 2027 | ALMA, COLORADO | ELEVATION: 10,600 FT
Get ready for a weekend of epic outdoor adventure at 10,600 feet in beautiful Alma, Coloradothe highest incorporated town in North America! Whether you love mountain biking, trail running, off-road duathlon, or simply camping under the stars, our grassroots dirt festival has something for everyone.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS!
* FREE KIDS' BIKE & RUN RACES (AGES 12 & UNDER)
* MOUNTAIN BIKE RACING
* OFF-ROAD DUATHLON -RUN + BIKE
* TRAIL RUNNING
* CAMPING IN PRISTINE ALPINE MEADOW
Love to run with your four-legged training partner? Leashed dogs are welcome in our Sunday Trail 10Ksign up for our special Doggie Division and hit the trails together.
THE COURSES
Our courses feature a fun mix of single-track, forest service roads, and graded county roads. Each loop includes:
check mark Two big climbs
check mark Fast, fun descents
check mark Classic high-country terrain
WHAT TO EXPECT
With the Dirt Festival, you can expect a fabulous grassroots race hosted by the Alma Foundation and the Town of Alma, Coloradoone of those rare mountain communities where local pride, volunteer spirit, and genuine hospitality turn a race weekend into a shared celebration.
Camp at the start line in a pristine alpine meadow framed by 14,000-foot peaks and put your endurance and grit to the test on our demanding mountain bike and trail run courses. Prefer to focus on one discipline at a time? Ride on Saturday, run on Sundayyour weekend, your challenge.
Discounted Camping: Athletes get 50% off camping with race entry. Camping opens Thursday morning, but early arrival is welcome with a camping pass (email us in advance!).
Please bring your own water and camping essentials to be a comfy, happy camper. Porta Potties will be available in the meadow.
Race Categories & Awards:
Overall Awards: Top Men, Women & Non-Binary in each race format
Age Group Awards:
* U23
* 24-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60+
High School & Middle School Divisions
We have added a new age division based on parent feedback.
* Middle Schools Athletes (male and female ages 11-14
* High School Athletes 15 - 18
Were excited to bring these back after a huge success in 2025!
_PARENTS & COACHES: WANT TO RACE ALONGSIDE YOUR YOUNG ATHLETE? YOU CAN JUMP INTO THE HIGH SCHOOL/MIDDLE SCHOOL WAVE FOR FREE! JUST EMAIL US AFTER YOUR ATHLETE REGISTERS, AND WELL SEND YOU A FREE ENTRY CODE._
See you in the clouds!
Races
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FREE Kids Mountain Bike and Trail Run
Fri 26th June 2026 (1:30PM MDT)
Free
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40 Mile -Ish Mountain Bike
Incl. $9.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$154.70
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26 Mile -Ish Mountain Bike
Incl. $7.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$122.90
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NEW 26 Mile Mountain Bike Relay (Teams of Two)
Incl. $6.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$101.70
One Lap of our beautiful challenging course -
13 Mile Mountain Bike
Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$96.40
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Trail 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 28th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$80.50
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Off Road Duathlon (Run/Ride)
Incl. $10.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$165.30
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Trail 10K
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 28th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$59.30
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Highschool/Middle School Long Course (13 Miles)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$22.20
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Highschool/Middle School Short Course (6.1miles)
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$11.60
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Weekend Camping
Incl. $4.00 Fee
Thu 25th June 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$54.00
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Location
Alma Cemetery Meadow, Alma, 80420, CO, United States
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