10 running events in Breckenridge, Colorado
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Fri, Feb 13, 2026 at 11:30 AM
CHSSL State Qualifier skate race and Middle School skate race.
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Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
If you’re looking for a tough honest challenge with a low-key community vibe then you’ve come to the right place. The Imperial Challenge helps commemorate springtime in Breckenridge.
All competitors race from the Breckenridge Recreation Center to the base of Peak 7. Then, after transitioning to uphill gear, all competitors climb to the top of Peak 8 at 12987′. The final leg is the downhill to the finish back at the base of Peak 7.
What is it?
The Imperial Challenge is a pseudo triathlon.
The Imperial Challenge is a rite of spring.
The Imperial Challenge is a party.
The Imperial Challenge is what you make of it.
The Imperial Challenge is fun!
Event details and schedule
Start Times:
9:15am for Runners, Heavy Metal Rec/Open, Splitboard/Snowboard, Team Relay and Team Duo
10:00am for Retro and SkiMo
The Transition area will be in the Parking Lot directly beneath the Peak 7 Gondola Station at Crystal Peak Lodge
GEAR DROP-OFF begins at 7:30am.
The space to drop-off is limited. Please consider riding the Gondola up and then back down to drop off your uphill gear and bike lock.
If you must drive to the drop-off, please be as efficient with your time as possible.
Bike Racks are first-come, first-served.
A couple of bike racks will be reserved for Retro Open…we will let you know where they are before you start and we will have a Transition attendant to help you out.
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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Fri, Jul 03, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Wed, Jul 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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Wed, Aug 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 10:30 AMSee full details
The Oktoberfest 5K is back again this fall offering an active start to a festive weekend. Lace up your running shoes and experience the changing aspens and beautiful scenery in this 5K trail run on Town of Breckenridge Trails, finishing in time to enjoy the Breckenridge Oktoberfest celebration. The race is open to 300 runners.
THIS RACE FINISHES ON MAIN STREET BRECKENRIDGE AT BLUE RIVER PLAZA. OKTOBERFEST KICKS OFF AT THE BLUE RIVER PLAZA AT 10:00AM (Course subject to change from last year).
Pre-registration closes at 8:00am Friday, September 12. Fees are: Adults (18 and older) $40 and Youth (17 and under) $15. The first 250 registrants will recieve an Oktoberfest 5K long sleeve tech shirt.
Same-day registration begins at 8:30am (if available and not sold out).
Fees are: Adults $40 and Youth $15 and includes an Oktoberfest 5K t-shirt.
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In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen trail conditions, the race director reserves the right to delay, cancel or reschedule the race. There are no refunds in the event of cancellation.
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Sat, Dec 05, 2026 at 4:00 PMSee full details
What better way to kick off the Christmas tree lighting here in Breckenridge, than the Moose March! This kids race kickstarts our Race of the Santas, and gets the crowds ready for the arrival of Santa Claus and the lighting of our trees! The first 100 kids get a Moose beanie to wear for the race, and get to flaunt them all along Main street!
Bib pick-up will be at The Canteen (208 N Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424) from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Saturday, December 7nd.
A portion of the proceeds goes to Carriage House Early Learning Center- Breckenridge’s oldest childcare facility. Carriage House is dedicated to fostering intellectual, social/emotional and physical development in a high quality early childhood setting; building meaningful relationships with families and our community, honoring childhood, and inspiring life-long learners that have a sense of global responsibility. Doing what's best for kids since 1973!
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Holiday Dog Parade - 3:30 pm
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Moose March - 4:00 pm
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Race of the Santas - 4:20 pm
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Santa Arrives - 4:45 pm
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Countdown to Tree Lighting With Santa Claus - 5:00 pm
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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