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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Fruita, Fruita CO
5K
54–78°F · low rain risk
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About this race
MESA COUNTY SEARCH & RESCUE 5K RACE
Date: September 26th, 2026, in conjunction with Fruita Fall Festival
SUPPORT OUR MISSION TO RESCUE AND SAVE LIVES
COST:
- Early Registration: By SEP 6th: 13 and under: $20 / 14 and over: $25
- After SEP 6th: 13 and under: $30 / 14 and over: $35
- Tee Shirts: Cannot be guaranteed for registrations after September 6th
WHO:
- Open to: All age groups
- Age Categories: 13 & under: 14-19: 20-34: 35-49: 50-64: 65+
WHAT:
- Event: Annual 5k race
- Prizes: First and second place winners in each category
- Enjoyment: For ALL!
- Bibs and T-shirts: Available day before at the main festival booth in downtown Fruita
WHERE:
- Location: Fruita Community Center, 324 Coulson St, Fruita, CO 81521
- Parking: Shelledy Elementary School, 353 N Mesa St, Fruita, CO 81521
WHEN:
September 26th, 2026, at 8:30AM
WHY:
Mesa County Search & Rescue is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization, dedicated to serving our community. This race supports our annual fundraiser and outreach efforts in partnership with the Fruita Fall Festival.
T-Shirt and Race Number Pick-Up:
- FRIDAY: 5:00-8:00PM at the Mesa County Search & Rescue tent in downtown Fruita at the Fruita Fall Festival
- SATURDAY: 7:00-8:00AM at the Fruita Community Center before the start of the race
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