Women's Distance Festival 5K
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 10:00AM MDT
- Location Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Women's Distance Festival 5K on Saturday, May 9, 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of Colorado Springs, El Paso. This vibrant community event has evolved to celebrate runners of all backgrounds while supporting the incredible Girls on the Run of the Rockies program. Participants will enjoy a scenic 5K race that not only promotes fitness but also empowers young girls aged 8-13 through a unique curriculum that fosters self-esteem and character development.
All net proceeds from this fantastic event will be donated to Girls on the Run of the Rockies, ensuring that every step taken helps uplift and inspire our local youth. With hydration provided by Colorado Springs Utilities, runners can focus on achieving their best while celebrating the spirit of community and support. Mark your calendars and be a part of this inspiring day that blends fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
All net proceeds from this fantastic event will be donated to Girls on the Run of the Rockies, ensuring that every step taken helps uplift and inspire our local youth. With hydration provided by Colorado Springs Utilities, runners can focus on achieving their best while celebrating the spirit of community and support. Mark your calendars and be a part of this inspiring day that blends fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
RACE PARTNERSHIP
THE WOMEN'S DISTANCE FESTIVAL IS NO LONGER AN EVENT FOR WOMEN ONLY. THIS EVENT IS NOW A COMMUNITY EVENT, SUPPORTING THE GIRLS ON THE RUN OF THE ROCKIES.
COMMUNITY SUPPORTING _GIRLS ON THE RUN OF THE ROCKIESTRADE MARK [http://girlsontherunrockies.org/] _
ALL NET PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO GIRLS ON THE RUN OF THE ROCKIESTRADE MARK. JOIN THE PIKES PEAK ROAD RUNNERS AND BE PART OF THE RECOGNITION OF THIS ORGANIZATION. ALL MONIES WILL STAY IN OUR COMMUNITY AND BE DESIGNATED FOR OVERALL PROGRAM SUPPORT.
GIRLS ON THE RUN IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT USES THE POWER OF RUNNING TO CHANGE THE WAY GIRLS AGES 8-13 SEE THEMSELVES AND THEIR OPPORTUNITIES. GIRLS LEARN TO STRETCH THEMSELVES PHYSICALLY, MENTALLY, EMOTIONALLY AND SOCIALLY THROUGH A UNIQUE 10 WEEK CURRICULUM THAT COMBINES SELF-ESTEEM, CHARACTER-BUILDING LESSONS WITH TRAINING FOR A 5K.
GIRLS ON THE RUN PARTICIPANTS DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE.
NO ANIMALS, NO BABY JOGGERS/STROLLERS, NO EARBUDS/HEADPHONES, NO BIKES/TRIKES
PLEASE RESPECT THE SAFETY OF ALL.
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES WILL HAVE THEIR WATER TRAILER AT THE PARK FOR ALL YOUR HYDRATION NEEDS.
THE WOMEN'S DISTANCE FESTIVAL IS NO LONGER AN EVENT FOR WOMEN ONLY. THIS EVENT IS NOW A COMMUNITY EVENT, SUPPORTING THE GIRLS ON THE RUN OF THE ROCKIES.
COMMUNITY SUPPORTING _GIRLS ON THE RUN OF THE ROCKIESTRADE MARK [http://girlsontherunrockies.org/] _
ALL NET PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO GIRLS ON THE RUN OF THE ROCKIESTRADE MARK. JOIN THE PIKES PEAK ROAD RUNNERS AND BE PART OF THE RECOGNITION OF THIS ORGANIZATION. ALL MONIES WILL STAY IN OUR COMMUNITY AND BE DESIGNATED FOR OVERALL PROGRAM SUPPORT.
GIRLS ON THE RUN IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT USES THE POWER OF RUNNING TO CHANGE THE WAY GIRLS AGES 8-13 SEE THEMSELVES AND THEIR OPPORTUNITIES. GIRLS LEARN TO STRETCH THEMSELVES PHYSICALLY, MENTALLY, EMOTIONALLY AND SOCIALLY THROUGH A UNIQUE 10 WEEK CURRICULUM THAT COMBINES SELF-ESTEEM, CHARACTER-BUILDING LESSONS WITH TRAINING FOR A 5K.
GIRLS ON THE RUN PARTICIPANTS DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE.
NO ANIMALS, NO BABY JOGGERS/STROLLERS, NO EARBUDS/HEADPHONES, NO BIKES/TRIKES
PLEASE RESPECT THE SAFETY OF ALL.
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES WILL HAVE THEIR WATER TRAILER AT THE PARK FOR ALL YOUR HYDRATION NEEDS.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 9th May 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 MARGIRLS ON THE RUN PARTICIPANTS DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER FOR THE RACE. There will be a staggered start. Community Runners start at 10 am, Girls on the Run runners will start at 10:05.
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North Monument Valley Park, W Fontanero Street and Culebra Ave, Colorado Springs, 80903, CO, United States
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