Breckenridge RunFest 2026
- Date
- Race weekend: Saturday to Sunday, October 10 to 11, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Breckenridge, Colorado
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $85 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 | ||||
| 10K | 10K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $75$85 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $55$65 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| GUIDE - 10K | 10K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| GUIDE - 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| Kids & Family Mile | Kids | Oct 10, 20269:30 AM | $30$35 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Sunday, Oct 11, 2026 | ||||
| GUIDE - Marathon | Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| Marathon | Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $130$150 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Marathon Pacer | Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| GUIDE - Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | $105$115 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon Pacer | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $85 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $75 until Oct 1, then $85 until Oct 10.
- 5K: $55 until Oct 1, then $65 until Oct 10.
- GUIDE - 10K and GUIDE - 5K: Free until Oct 10.
- Kids & Family Mile: $30 until Oct 1, then $35 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in Colorado runs 4:22:49, about 10:01 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:34:31 and men in 4:12:33.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:07 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 10,480 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Kingdom Park, Breckenridge, CO 80424
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 26°F at dawn to 49°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 15°F and hot years reach 56°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Kingdom Park, Breckenridge, CO 80424Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 10,480 feet
- Included with entry
- Long Sleeve Unisex T-shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025), 2024 (Oct 12, 2024), 2023 (Oct 7, 2023), 2022 (Oct 8, 2022), 2021 (Oct 9, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Breckenridge RunFest?
- It is a race weekend, Saturday to Sunday, October 10 to 11, 2026: 10K, 5K, Kids on Saturday; Marathon, Half Marathon on Sunday.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $85 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Kingdom Park, Breckenridge, CO 80424.
From the organizers
Join us for an unforgettable two-day running experience in the heart of Breckenridge!
Our Breckenridge RunFest kicks off Saturday with a 5K and 10K along Main Street, followed by the Half Marathon and Full Marathon on Sunday, starting at 10,434 ft on Boreas Pass Road.
Make a weekend of it, race, recover, and explore everything Breckenridge has to offer. Whether you're chasing a PR or simply soaking in the mountain views, there’s something for every runner. Run one day or both, and bring your family and friends along for the experience.
The Breck Road Marathon is just that, a one-of-a-kind event with something for everyone.