Events in Durango, Colorado | 2026-2027

Valkyrie Ultra Heptathlon [ultrasignup.com]
Sat, Sep 13, 2025

Sprint Ultra
Durango, Colorado, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Uncle Clyde's Run & Slide [purgatoryresort.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Description

Get ready for the whackiest race ever in Durango! Purgatory Resort tubing hill. Run up. tube down. Repeat!

Most laps wins!

Oh, and it's a relay race!

Team up with your best buddy for this tag-team...

Get ready for the whackiest race ever in Durango! Purgatory Resort tubing hill. Run up. tube down. Repeat!

Most laps wins!

Oh, and it's a relay race!

Team up with your best buddy for this tag-team style race. We will have male, female, and coed divisions for adult teams, as well as race categories for kids and parent/child teams. Teams must consist of two people in order to compete, but we will also allow three-person teams (like mom plus two kids) if you are just out for fun, not prizes and glory.

This event is limited to just 40 teams, so sign up quick!

And since it's Purgatory Resort, you know we will turn this thing into a party. We'll be spinning tunes while you race, high-fiving you each time you pass through the transition area, and giving out cool prizes.

Feel free to wear a costume. Actually, you should probably wear a costume. (Yeah, it's that kind of race.)

Run
Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps

Earth Day 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Description

Please join the Durango Running Club for the inaugural Earth Day 5K! The race will be on 04/18/26 at 8:30 AM at Rotary Park in Durango. Runners and walkers will go north on the Animas River Trail...

Please join the Durango Running Club for the inaugural Earth Day 5K! The race will be on 04/18/26 at 8:30 AM at Rotary Park in Durango. Runners and walkers will go north on the Animas River Trail from Rotary Park, and will run or walk 1.55 miles north to just before 32nd Street. Participants will then turn around and finish at Rotary park. Please note this will be a Zero Waste event. Participants are encouraged to carry their own water.

This event is a fun run/walk format, and there will be no chip timing or prizes.

All proceeds from the race will go to benefit Compañeros. As the only organization in our region with its primary focus on serving immigrants, Compañeros offers unique and crucial services to our community. Services offered by Compañeros include resource navigation, legal services, education outreach, and community engagement. Compañeros website: https://www.companeros.org

We will look to wrap the race up by 9:30 AM. After the race, stick around for a raffle open to all spectators and participants. After the raffle, stay in town for Durango's Earth Day Celebration. Events include a parade at 10:30 AM from College to Buckley Park, as well as a festival in Buckley Park from 11 AM to 3 PM.

April is usually a beautiful time in Durango, and we cannot wait to see you all at Rotary Park on 04/18!

5k Fun Run Run Trail Walk
1565 East 2nd Avenue, Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Sky Rim Duathlon [runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Description

Join us for this Inaugural Race in beautiful Durango, Colorado! Take advantage of the special inaugural race pricing this year, only $45. Fort Lewis Students will receive an additional $10 discount...

Join us for this Inaugural Race in beautiful Durango, Colorado! Take advantage of the special inaugural race pricing this year, only $45. Fort Lewis Students will receive an additional $10 discount by entering Coupon Code: FLCStudent2026. Any student using this code must enter their Student "900" Number during registration, then enter this Coupon Code at checkout.

FORMAT: 3 mile run - 12 mile bike - 3 mile run

WHERE: Fort Lewis College. Most of the bike and run courses utilize Fort Lewis College roads/grounds and Rim Drive. See Course maps.

18 Miles Duathlon Run
100 Rim Drive, Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
The Narrow Gauge Races [runsignup.com]
Sun, May 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

Be a part of history -- this is the longest continuously run road race in Colorado! Since 1978, the Narrow Gauge 10 Mile Run has been one of Durango's oldest Memorial Day traditions. This year, we're...

Be a part of history -- this is the longest continuously run road race in Colorado! Since 1978, the Narrow Gauge 10 Mile Run has been one of Durango's oldest Memorial Day traditions. This year, we're back at beautiful Santa Rita Park along the Animas River. We are excited to announce our beneficiaries of the races this year are The Fort Lewis College and Durango High School Track and Cross Country Teams as well as The Liberty School and Animas High School. The 10 Miler will climb from the river trail up to Fort Lewis College with the best views of the La Plata Mountains then past Hillcrest Golf course. It will be a mix of sidewalk, dirt and paved road as well as singletrack trails The descent will take runners back to the east side of the Animas River to the Rivergate Bridge then north along the river trail back to the start/finish. For a change of pace the 5K race heads south from Santa Rita Park crosses over the Animas River and continues south along the eastern banks of the river on

a dirt trail that will take runners to the Rivergate community. After ascending thru the heart of Rivergate up to Sawmill Road ,runners will descend back down to the river and cross over the bridge to the Animas River Trail and head north back to Santa Rita Park on the sidewalk. Parents can join in on the Kids' Fun Run. One of the most exciting weekends of the year; Iron Horse/Memorial Day Weekend. A great race for those who want to make it a biathlon weekend or who are cheering on the bikers on Saturday and want their own footrace on Sunday. We even have a few racers who are doing all three: Narrow Horse 1500 Meter Swim on Friday, The Iron Horse Bike Race on Saturday and a Narrow Gauge Road Race on Sunday! There will be music, food, a sweet custom 16oz can glass for all 10 mile and 5k racers. There are gift cards for overall winners of each race for male and female as well as Age Group Awards! Top runners in each age group in 10 Mile and 5K will be receiving a gift from a local Durango

business. Are you a Durango Running Club member? Members get a 10% discount. Make sure you are logged in to your Runsignup account and that your membership is current before registering and the discount will automatically apply.

Race Times:

10 Mile: 8:00 am

5 K: 8:10 am

FREE Kids' Fun Run: 9:45 am

Registration Gift:

10 Mile and 5K participants will receive a 16 oz can glass at completion of race. *Note: Our deadline for t-shirts is Friday, May 3. You can still sign up, but we can't guarantee your size if you register after the deadline, sorry! We have glasses to the first 200 registered adult runners.

Packet Pick-Up:

Packet pick-up will be on Saturday before the race from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Durango Running Company and on race morning at the starting line starting at 7:00am.

1 Miles 5k 10 Miles Fun Run Run Swim Trail Walk
Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Durango Trails Backyard Ultra [durangotrails.org] [Register at ultrasignup.com]
Sat, May 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Trail Ultra
Spurline Trail System, Durango, Colorado, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Steamworks Half Marathon [runsignup.com]
Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 7:30 AM

Description

The Steamworks Half Marathon will take place in the San Juan Mountains on Saturday June 6, 2026 . This high-elevation, 13.1 mile race will take place at 6,500 feet above sea level. The course is a...

The Steamworks Half Marathon will take place in the San Juan Mountains on Saturday June 6, 2026 . This high-elevation, 13.1 mile race will take place at 6,500 feet above sea level. The course is a point-to-point route and has been certified by USATF!. Runners will run down county road 250, alongside the beautiful Animas River. The race will finish at the Durango Fitness Club on Florida Road. After the race, enjoy an awesome party by the pool at Durango Fitness Club with food and drinks from Steamworks Brewing and Homeslice Pizza. The race is capped at 250 runners and it will sell out, so be sure to register as soon as possible. The race will begin at 7:30 am(new start time this year 2025)!!!, with an additional start time at 7:00 am for those who need longer to complete the course. Runners have the option to be bussed to the start line from the Durango Fitness Club on the morning of the race. OR, be dropped off by a friend or family member. However, there is NO parking available at the

start line. Please plan accordingly. Packet pickup will take place on Friday June 6 from 2pm - 6pm at Durango Running Company, 473 E. College Dr.

Here is some important and detailed information about packet pick-up, aid stations, parking, transportation, post-race party, etc...

Race Day Transportation: PLEAES READ!!

We will have transportation to the start line from Durango Fitness Club (1600 Florida Rd.) as usual.

However, if you have the ability to make your own transportation arrangements to the start line at Bakers Bridge and have someone drop you off at the start, we encourage you to do so!!

This will ease the strain on our transportation and make for a less stressful morning for all participants and allow us to start on time.

If that is not an option for you..

We will have a two buses and one (15) passenger van that will begin shuttling runners from the Durango Fitness Club at 6:30am on a first come first served basis.

Rest assured, we will get everyone to the start line who needs a ride and we will NOT start the race until everyone is at the start line

Thank you for your cooperation and patience!

Packet Pick-up:

Friday, June 5 from 2:00-6:00pm at Durango Running Company, 473 E. College Dr. (next to Homeslice Pizza, south)

Saturday, June 6 from 6:00am-7:00am at Durango Fitness Club, parking lot, 1600 Florida Rd.

*Early Start option:

For those needing additional time to complete the course. (The course and finish line will close at 12:00 noon)

Early start is at 7:00am at the start line at Baker's Bridge. Please arrange your own transportation. We will NOT have provide transportation for early starters.

*Early starters will NOT be eligible for overall or age group awards, but WILL receive a finishers pint glass.

Parking:

Available at finish line at Durango Fitness Club, and overflow parking at Grace Church, 1440 Florida Rd,

NO parking will be available at the Start line at Baker's Bridge, DROP-OFF ONLY:

Course:

13.1 miles from Baker's Bridge to the Durango Fitness Club along County Road 250

Course will NOT be closed to traffic. Course will be marked with orange cones. Mile markers every mile.

Porta-potties will be at start line, and half-way point and at the finish line.

6 Aid stations will be located approximately every two miles. Please hydrate adequately!

Aid 1: mile mark 2.4 Water and Tailwind sports drink

Aid 2: mile mark 4.8 Water and Tailwind sports drink

Aid 3: mile mark 6.3 Water, Tailwind sports drink, GU, snacks, porta-potty

Aid 4: mile mark 8.0 Water and Tailwind sports drink

Aid 5: mile mark 10.0 Water and Tailwind sports drink

Aid 6: mile mark 11.5 Water and Tailwind sports drink

Awards and Post-Race Pool Party:

All finishers receive a custom pint glass

Women's and Men's overall winner gets a gift certificate for a FREE pair of shoes from Durango Running Company

First place woman and man in the following age groups win a Steamworks Gift Certificate

-18 & under

-19-29

-30-39

-40-49

-50-59

-60-69

-70 & over

POST RACE PARTY!!:

Please stick around and cool off at the pool party at Durango Fitness Club with lunch and beverage of your choice provided by Steamworks.

13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run
1600 Florida Rd., Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Durango Main Avenue Mile [blackbeareventsandtiming.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Description

Celebrate freedom with one MILE race down Durango's historic Main Avenue. Starting at Buckley Park and turning around at the train station, enjoy the opportunity to test your speed and race down a closed Main Avenue right before the parade.

Race Prizes for top 3 overall Male and Female and age group prizes!

Entry fee only $17.76!

Benefitting local charities and teams (announcement soon!)

1 Miles
1250 Main Ave, Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon [runsignup.com]
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

The Thirsty 13 Half Marathon is one of the best races in Colorado!

The race course: Fast and mostly downhill, with gorgeous scenery. Perfect for runners new to the half marathon distance or looking...

The Thirsty 13 Half Marathon is one of the best races in Colorado!

The race course: Fast and mostly downhill, with gorgeous scenery. Perfect for runners new to the half marathon distance or looking to set a PR.

The finish line: Ska Brewing, one of the best breweries in Colorado. A crowd of spectators cheers you to the finish.

Your (optional) post-race celebration: The San Juan Brewfest, with over 30 breweries waiting to congratulate you on your run! You can choose to add a ticket when you register.

13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run
Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
2026 Lake Nighthorse Triathlon - Sprint and Olympic [runsignup.com]
Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 8:30 AM

Description

Come race with us at beautiful Lake Nighthorse in Durango, Colorado. The Swim takes place in this gorgeous lake. The Bike course includes some challenging climbs, while the Run course is rolling on mostly natural dirt/gravel surface with spectacular views of the lake. The Olympic course is two laps of the Sprint course for all disciplines.

16 Miles 51.5k Gravel Olympic Run Sprint Swim Triathlon
1795 CR 210, Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Durango Marathon [blackbeareventsandtiming.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

The inaugural Durango Marathon & Half Marathon debuts on October 11, 2026, and you are invited to experience one of Colorado’s most beautiful mountain towns at the height of fall. Set against crisp...

The inaugural Durango Marathon & Half Marathon debuts on October 11, 2026, and you are invited to experience one of Colorado’s most beautiful mountain towns at the height of fall. Set against crisp high-country air and peak autumn foliage, this road race showcases scenic paved routes winding through and around Durango, with a start and finish near historic downtown and the iconic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Station. Whether you’re tackling the full 26.2 or the half marathon, you’ll be treated to expansive views, quiet roads, and a course designed for rhythm, scenery, and celebration.

Built as a true destination race, the Durango Marathon combines professional race operations with small-town hospitality. Expect fully supported aid stations, accurate timing, high-quality finisher medals and shirts, and a welcoming finish-line atmosphere with music, awards, and local flavor. Most of the course runs on wide road shoulders with minimal closures, keeping the experience safe, smooth, and community-friendly while highlighting the landscapes that make Durango special.

More than a race, the Durango Marathon is a weekend experience. October is one of the best times to explore the region—perfect for extending your stay with family or friends to enjoy fall hiking, local breweries, vibrant restaurants, and downtown shopping. We can’t wait to welcome you to Durango for a new tradition rooted in endurance, community, and the unforgettable beauty of fall in the San Juan Mountains.

13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Marathon Run
111 South Camino Del Rio, Durango, Colorado, 81301, United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps

11 running, fun run, swimming, and other events in Durango, Colorado

Description

Description

Description

Description

Description

Description

Description

Description

Description

Local Clubs & Organizations