Rocky Mountain 5K presented by School District 11

  • Date Sat 29th August 2026
  • Time 7:30AM MDT
  • Location Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Price Free - $33.05
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Rocky Mountain 5K on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in beautiful Colorado Springs, El Paso. This vibrant event, held at America the Beautiful Park, will showcase a mostly flat, out-and-back 5K run/walk along the scenic Pikes Peak Greenway trail. Participants can look forward to an exciting atmosphere filled with friendly competition, as awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each division, with an awards ceremony kicking off at 10:00 a.m.

The Rocky Mountain 5K is not just about racing; it’s also about giving back to the community! Proceeds from the event will support the YMCA's life-changing programs and the Colorado Springs Sports Corp's initiatives for athletes of all ages and abilities. Families are encouraged to participate, with a FREE Sasquatch Shuffle 1K for kids aged 12 and under starting at 7:30 a.m., where each child will receive a finisher ribbon. And don’t forget to bring your furry friends along! Dogs are welcome to join the fun, and each four-legged participant will receive a stylish bandana. With a range of pricing options and free parking

Organiser's Description

In partnership, The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region and the Colorado Springs Sports Corp want to bring you the Rocky Mountain 5K presented by School District 11, the official 5K of the Rocky Mountain State Games! The Rocky Mountain 5K will be giving back to families through the YMCAs life changing programs and supporting CSSCs Rocky Mountain State Games initiatives to provide sport opportunities for athletes of all ages and athletic abilities.

LOCATION: This is an out and back mostly flat 5K run/walk that will start at America the Beautiful Park and then heads north on the Pikes Peak Greenway trail for 1.55 miles until the turn-around.

* Each participant will receive a swag item!
* The top three male and female competitors in each division will bring home the gold, silver, or bronze medals.
* Award Ceremony will be held near the DJ in Vendor Village with top 3 overall starting at 10:00 a.m. and then Division winners starting shortly after.
* Kids 12 and under can participate in the FREE Sasquatch Shuffle 1K at 7:30 a.m. and receive a finisher ribbon.
* Dogs welcome! Furry Friends receive a dog bandana.

PRICES:

Adults 20+: $40

Early Bird Pricing
March 1- June 1: $30
June 2 - July 22: $35
July 23 - August 23: $40

Kids 19 and under: $30

Early Bird Pricing
March 1 - July 22: $25
July 23 - August 23: $30

Sasquatch Shuffle 1K for 12 and under: FREE

Furry Friends*: $15 (Look for the Furry Friend "add on" during registration)

*Furry Friends are welcome to run with their human friend that is signed up for the 5K! Furry Friends must be leashed, current on shots, and well behaved. Human friend must pick up after furry friends. All Furry Friends and their human must run in the Furry Friend wave. Don't worry, your time starts when you cross the starting line and end when you cross the finish line. Look for the Furry Friend add on when you register.

FREE PARKING: There is limited free parking across from the north end of the park off Cimino Dr. Additional Parking off S. Sierra Madre St. You can use the Olympic Museum Bridge to access the park. Accessible parking spaces will be available along Cimino Dr.

PACKET PICK UP:

* Friday, August 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at The Downtown YMCA [https://ppymca.org/locations/downtown/downtown], 207 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
* Race Morning Packet Pick Up will be held next to start line from 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
* Bring your QR code from registration confirmation for faster pick up

REFUND POLICY:

All ticket sales are final. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations, postponements, or interruptions caused by weather, natural events, acts of God, or any circumstances beyond the control of Colorado Springs Sports Corporation (Sports Corp).

Sports Corp reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to offer credits or ticket transfers in special cases however, these are not guaranteed and are determined case by case.

If you believe a refund is warranted and falls outside the stated policy above, your request must be submitted in writing within 14 days after the event date. Refund requests received more than 14 days after the event will not be considered.

By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge and accept these terms as part of your agreement to attend the event.

Races

  • Rocky Mountain 5K

    Incl. $3.05 Fee & Rocky Mountain 5K Swag Item

    Sat 29th August 2026 (8:00AM MDT)

    $33.05

    OPENS 07 MAR
  • Sasquatch Shuffle Kid's 1K

    Sat 29th August 2026 (7:30AM MDT)

    Free

    OPENS 09 MAR

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Location

America the Beautiful Park, 126 Cimino Dr., Colorado Springs, 80905, CO, United States

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