Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Colorado Springs 2027
- Date
- Sunday, July 18, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $34 on Apr 14, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $30$34 after Apr 14, 2027 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $30$34 after Apr 14, 2027 | – |
| Half-Marathon | Half Marathon | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $42$48 after Jan 20, 2027 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | Free | – |
| Volunteer Then Run | – | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Jul 18, 20277:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $30 until Apr 14, then $34 until May 25, then $38 until Jun 29, then $42 until Jul 17, then $46 until Jul 18.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Jul 18.
- Half-Marathon: $42 until Jan 20, then $48 until Mar 23, then $54 until May 25, then $60 until Jun 29, then $66 until Jul 16, then $72 until Jul 18.
- Kids Dash: $17 until Jul 18.
Online registration closes Jul 18, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $42, entry is about 30 percent below a typical half marathon in Colorado, which costs $60 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Colorado Springs runs 2:13:45, about 10:12 a mile, based on 10 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:29:44 and men in 2:06:52.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:47 AM, and the 10K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 6,160 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
TBD, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results5 K
10 K
Half-Marathon
Aggregated from official results for Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Colorado Springs. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Colorado Springs?
At the 2026 5 K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:22 or better, the top quarter in 30:57, and half the field in 34:36; the last tenth came in after 46:48.
At the 2026 10 K, the fastest tenth finished in 51:18 or better, the top quarter in 58:29, and half the field in 1:05:21; the last tenth came in after 1:20:49.
At the 2026 Half-Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:45:13 or better, the top quarter in 1:52:28, and half the field in 2:06:09; the last tenth came in after 2:57:10.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 28:04 | 20:23 |
| 20-29 | 34:05 | 31:29 |
| 30-39 | 25:57 | 28:06 |
| 40-49 | 30:06 | 26:33 |
| 50-59 | 34:06 | 33:19 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Colorado 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 30:57, against 29:37 in a typical Colorado 5K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
- 10K: Slower than most Colorado 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2026 10K field finished under 58:29, against 55:16 in a typical Colorado 10K, so times here run 6 percent slower.
- Half Marathon: Faster than most Colorado half marathons. The fastest quarter of the 2026 half marathon field finished under 1:52:28, against 1:56:43 in a typical Colorado half marathon, so times here run 4 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around July 18 the day usually runs from 55°F at dawn to 86°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 92°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
- TBD, Colorado Springs, CO 80907Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 6,160 feet
- Included with entry
- Tank Top; T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (Jul 18, 2027), 2026 (Jul 12, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Colorado Springs?
- Sunday, July 18, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $34 on Apr 14, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jul 18, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Colorado?
- At $42, entry is about 30 percent below a typical half marathon in Colorado, which costs $60 right now.
- 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.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 141 runners finished the 5 K; the median finish was 34:36 and the winner ran 16:53.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 30:57, against 29:37 in a typical Colorado 5K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Colorado Springs, CO 80907.
From the organizers
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!
A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes –
Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
FREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool off
Plenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one!
Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17!