The RunFest offers five events over two days: the 5K, 10K, and Kids & Family Mile on Saturday, followed by the Half Marathon and Full Marathon on Sunday.

The 2026 RunFest takes place October 10–11, 2026. The 5K, 10K, and Kids & Family Mile are held Saturday, October 10, and the Half Marathon and Marathon are held Sunday, October 11.

The 5K and 10K start at 8:00 AM Saturday, with the Kids & Family Mile starting at 9:30 AM. On Sunday, the Marathon starts at 8:00 AM and the Half Marathon starts at 8:45 AM.

All Breckenridge Road Marathon & RunFest events finish at the softball field at the Breckenridge Recreation Center. Start locations vary by race distance, so be sure to check the race-specific information for your event.

For the Marathon and Half Marathon, additional transportation and start-line details will be provided in the race-weekend information.

The finish line for all RunFest events is located at the softball field at the Breckenridge Recreation Center. Whether you're running the 5K, 10K, Kids & Family Mile, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon, you'll cross the finish line at the Rec Center and celebrate your accomplishment with fellow runners and spectators.

The Breckenridge Road Marathon & RunFest is a rain-or-shine event. The safety of our participants, volunteers, and staff is our top priority. In the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions, race organizers will monitor conditions and make any necessary adjustments to the event, including delays, course changes, or cancellation if required.

Registration remains open through race day of the individual events, as long as the race has not reached capacity. Registration deadlines and pricing vary by distance. Check the official registration page for current availability and pricing.

Yes! Participants will have until 2 weeks prior to the race to gift their registration to another person. Please note that both the initial transfer and completed registration by the party being gifted the registration must be completed prior to this deadline. There is a $9.95 charge (plus any applicable taxes and fees) to do this, which will be applied to the person gifting their registration. Any add-ons will also be gifted along with the registration.

You can find how to transfer online here.

Requests after the deadline will be considered but are not guaranteed.

If you are a pacer or the guide of an Adaptive Athlete and need to transfer your registration to another individual, please contact support@hrcra.com and include the event name, the first name, last name and email associated with your registration, and the first name, last name, and email of the individual the registration should be transferred to in the communication. Please ensure the subject line contains the phrase 'Pacer Transfer'  or 'Guide Transfer' and the event name.

You have the option to defer your race entry to next year's race as long as it is done at least 2 weeks prior to the current year's race. There is a $9.95 charge (plus any applicable taxes and fees) to do this. Please note we do not allow deferrals for $0 entries and a registration can only be deferred once.

You can find out how to defer online here.

When the race opens for the next year, you will be able to claim your deferral in the form of a one-time credit equal to the amount you paid for your deferred race registration and add-ons (excluding any processing fees and taxes). There will be no refund or rollover for any unused credit.

You can find out how to claim a deferral online here.

Requests made through the Contact Us page after this deadline will be considered but are not guaranteed. 

When the race opens for the next year, you will be able to claim your deferral in the form of a one-time credit equal to the amount you paid for your deferred race registration and add-ons (excluding any processing fees and taxes). There will be no refund or rollover for any unused credit.

You can find out how to claim a deferral online here.

Yes! You may upgrade or downgrade your event distance. This can be done online at least 2 weeks prior to the race. You will be required to pay the difference when upgrading your registration, and refunds are not issued if you downgrade your event.

You can find out how to transfer online here.

Requests after the deadline will be considered but are not guaranteed and can be made using the Contact Us page.

Yes! We offer discounts for Military, Law Enforcement, First Responders (Fire, EMS, EMT), Medical Services, Government Employees, and Teachers through GOVX. Each GOVX member is eligible for 20% off one registration. 

To receive a coupon code for this race, you can verify your GOVX account by clicking here. 

Please note: These coupon codes cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts and apply only to the race registration fee. They do not apply to additional fees, taxes, or add-ons added during registration or checkout.

Yes! You will get a 10% discount off of your 2nd event (the half marathon or full marathon) if you register for events on both Saturday and Sunday at the same time. The discount does not apply if you register for the 2nd event in a separate transaction.

Packet pick-up will be available on Friday, October 9, 2026, for all race distances.

There will also be an additional packet pick-up on Saturday, October 10, for Half Marathon and Full Marathon participants.

Check out Event Info -> Packet Pick-Up for the most up-to-date information.

Yes! Race-day packet pickup is available for a $15 fee. You can add Race-Day Packet Pick-Up during registration, or if you’re already registered, you can add it through your RunSignUp account.

If you're participating in multiple events across the RunFest weekend, you only need to purchase Race Day Packet Pick-Up once and you can grab all your items on the first race day.

Yes! A friend or family member can pick up your race packet on your behalf. Please send us an email in advance authorizing us to release your packet to them. Be sure to include your name and the name of the person who will be picking up your packet.

You do not! You only need to purchase Race Day Packet Pick-Up once and you will be able to pick up all your items on your first race day.

You do not! We waive the Race Day Packet Pick-Up fee for Kids & Family races. 

Parking and shuttle information will be provided in the official race-weekend guide. In previous years, participant parking and race shuttles have been available from designated locations in Breckenridge.

The Marathon starts high on Boreas Pass Road, so participants should plan to use the designated race transportation. Specific shuttle locations and departure times will be announced in the race-weekend information.

We recommend arriving early enough to park, pick up your packet if necessary, use the restrooms, warm up, and get to your starting area without rushing. Marathon and Half Marathon participants should allow additional time for transportation to their respective start areas.

Yes, walkers are welcome. However, all participants must be able to complete the course within the established course time limits and follow any instructions from race officials.

Yes! Gear check will be available on race day for participants who would like to store personal belongings while they run. Additional details about gear-drop location, hours, and pickup procedures will be provided in the race-weekend information.

The Breckenridge Marathon is a challenging mountain race with a high-altitude start. The course begins at approximately 10,434 feet on Boreas Pass Road and travels through alpine scenery before finishing in Breckenridge. 

Breckenridge sits at a significantly higher elevation than many runners are accustomed to. If you're traveling from lower elevation, give yourself time to acclimate, stay hydrated, and listen to your body. Pace by effort rather than expecting your normal sea-level pace.

The Half Marathon is a challenging mountain course. Although it begins with a significant downhill, it is a net uphill course, making it an excellent challenge for runners looking for a scenic and demanding half marathon.

To ensure all participants have a safe and supported race experience, the following course time limits apply:

• Marathon: 7 hours
• Half Marathon: 7 hours
• 10K: 2.5 hours
• 5K: 2.5 hours

Participants must complete their respective courses within the applicable cutoff time.

Yes! Aid stations will be available throughout the courses to help keep runners fueled and hydrated. Aid station locations will be clearly marked on the official course maps so you can plan ahead and know where support will be available along your route.

Strollers are welcome on the course. For the safety of everyone, we ask that participants with strollers start toward the back of their assigned race and use extra caution around other runners, especially in crowded areas.

Only service animals are permitted on the race course. Dogs and other pets are welcome in the post-race area, but they are not allowed on the course.

RunFest is a full weekend of running and community in Breckenridge. Participants can choose to run one event or take on multiple distances throughout the weekend. Saturday features the 5K, 10K, and Kids & Family Mile, followed by the Half Marathon and Marathon on Sunday.

Yes! Runners can take on multiple events throughout the weekend. If you sign up for both at the same time, you will get a 10% discount on the second race!

Yes! Join our team and fellow runners for the Saturday Night Pre-Race Pasta Dinner. It's a great opportunity to connect with other participants, celebrate your Saturday race, and fuel up before the Half Marathon and Full Marathon on Sunday.

Absolutely! Friends and family are welcome to join runners for the Saturday Night Pre-Race Pasta Dinner. However, every person attending must purchase a dinner ticket, regardless of whether they are a registered runner, friend, or family member.

Tickets are priced per person, so please be sure to purchase a ticket for each guest attending.

More information about hotel options coming soon!

Yes! We have partnered with Summit Express to get a 10% discount code for shuttles between the airport and hotels for travel dates between 10/1 and 10/31. You can use the group code RUNBRECK or click the following link: www.summitexpress.com/runbreck.

Yes! All finishers receive a unique, commemorative Breckenridge Road Marathon finisher medal.

Yes. Overall awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Age group awards will be given to first-place finishers in each distance, broken down by ten-year age groups. Please note age group awards details are subject to change and must be claimed at the awards tent on race day.

Results will be available online after the race. You can check out Event Info -> Timing & Results to learn more or scan the QR code on your race bib. The event also offers live tracking for the Marathon and Half Marathon so friends and family can follow participants during the race.

Yes! Live tracking is available for the Marathon and Half Marathon. Friends and family can use the tracking system to follow your progress and sign up for text alerts at timing checkpoints.

Check out Event Info -> Timing & Results to learn more.