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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Jan 9, 2027 | ||||
| Four Race Series **Long** | – | Jan 9, 202710:00 AM | $115 | – |
| Four Race Series **Short** | – | Jan 9, 202710:00 AM | $115 | – |
| WS I Long: Garden of the Gods / Red Leg Brewing Company | 10K | Jan 9, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| WS I Short: Garden of the Gods / Red Leg Brewing Company | 5K | Jan 9, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Saturday, Jan 23, 2027 | ||||
| WS II Long: Cheyenne Mountain State Park | Other | Jan 23, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| WS II Short: Cheyenne Mountain State Park | Other | Jan 23, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Saturday, Feb 6, 2027 | ||||
| WS III Long: Sand Creek | 10 Mile | Feb 6, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| WS III Short: Sand Creek | 8K | Feb 6, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Saturday, Feb 20, 2027 | ||||
| WS IV Long: Fountain Creek Regional Park | Other | Feb 20, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
| WS IV Short: Fountain Creek Regional Park | 10K | Feb 20, 202710:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Feb 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:17 AM, and the Four Race Series **Long** starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 7,570 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.
Colorado Springs/El Paso County Parks, Colorado Springs, CO 80926
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Around January 9 the day usually runs from 7°F at dawn to 25°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to -5°F and hot years reach 38°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.
What the organizers of Winter Series - The Coolest Race in Town! cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Pavement, gravel, roads, trails, single track, double track, mud, slop, snow, rocks, roots, ice, slush, uphill, downhill, flat…. You name it and The Coolest Race in Town will provide! Elevation will range between 6,000’ and 7,500’ and the…
Parking and travel
Start and finish locations, course maps, parking information, course conditions and all other related information will be emailed out to each participant prior to each event. Keep an eye on that inbox! Series participants will be issued a…
Awards
Saturday, March 14, 2026. Register here! Series Awards will be presented at the Winter Series Dinner at the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame (separate fee and registration required). Top 3 M/F/NB Short & Long. Top 3 Age Group. Top Athena (> 150…
Rules and FAQ
Pricing via Online Registration ($15 discount for PPRR/SCR members, firefighters, police, active-duty military, all first responders, and members of EPCSAR, ). $115+Fees / Four Race Series. Pricing via Online Registration ($5 discount for…
Rules and FAQ
All entrants must be at least 11 years old on race day. Races will be cancelled if extremely bad weather exists on race day or if race directors deem necessary. Unfortunately, there are no refunds for race cancellations or no-shows. Our…
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Pikes Peak Road Runners
Winter Series
The Coolest Race in Town!
We welcome all athletes, from novice to elite, and want everyone to enjoy the racing experience PPRR provides. Bring your grit, drive, and racing vibes!
The Winter Series are four races which become progressively longer in distance and consist of two series, the short and the long. Choose your challenge at registration!
We look forward to seeing you in 2027!