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Saturday, August 29th, 2026
America the Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs CO
5K
56–82°F · low rain risk
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2025
56–70°F
dry
2024
60–85°F
dry
2023
52–78°F
dry
2022
55–85°F
dry
2021
60–79°F
dry
2020
57–75°F
rain
2019
55–89°F
dry
2018
55–81°F
dry
2017
53–83°F
dry
2016
54–74°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
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 YMCA’s life changing programs and supporting CSSC’s 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.
Race Highlights
- Swag Item: Each participant will receive a swag item!
- Medals: The top three male and female competitors in each division will bring home the gold, silver, or bronze medals.
- Award Ceremony: 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.
- Sasquatch Shuffle: Kids 12 and under can participate in the FREE Sasquatch Shuffle 1K at 7:30 a.m. and receive a finisher ribbon.
Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome: Dogs welcome! Furry Friends receive a dog bandana.
Prices
Adults 20+: $40
Early Bird Pricing:
- March 1- July 4: $35
- July 5 - August 28: $40
- August 29: $45
Kids 19 and under: $35
Early Bird Pricing:
- March 1 - July 29: $30
- July 30 - August 29: $35
Sasquatch Shuffle 1K: FREE for 12 and under
Furry Friends: $15 (Look for the Furry Friend “add on” during registration)
Parking
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, 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.
Event Details
For more information and registration, visit the official race page: Rocky Mountain 5K Race Page.
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