Rocky Mountain 5K presented by School District 11
- Date Sat 23rd August 2025
- 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 23, 2025, in beautiful Colorado Springs, El Paso! This exciting event, presented in partnership with the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region and the Colorado Springs Sports Corp, is the official 5K of the Rocky Mountain State Games. Participants will enjoy a scenic out-and-back course starting at America the Beautiful Park, where runners and walkers will venture along the flat Pikes Peak Greenway trail for 1.55 miles before turning back.
Not only does the Rocky Mountain 5K promote health and wellness, but it also supports life-changing programs for families through the YMCA and athletic opportunities for all ages and abilities. The event features a variety of activities, including the FREE Sasquatch Shuffle 1K for kids 12 and under at 7:30 a.m., and all participants will receive a swag bag along with a chance to win medals in various divisions. Bring your furry friends along for the fun, as dogs are welcome to join their human companions! With free parking available and convenient packet pick-up options, this is a can't-miss event for the whole family. Join us for a memorable day of community
Not only does the Rocky Mountain 5K promote health and wellness, but it also supports life-changing programs for families through the YMCA and athletic opportunities for all ages and abilities. The event features a variety of activities, including the FREE Sasquatch Shuffle 1K for kids 12 and under at 7:30 a.m., and all participants will receive a swag bag along with a chance to win medals in various divisions. Bring your furry friends along for the fun, as dogs are welcome to join their human companions! With free parking available and convenient packet pick-up options, this is a can't-miss event for the whole family. Join us for a memorable day of community
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 bag with 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 22, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 - 7:00 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
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 bag with 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 22, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 - 7:00 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
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