Events
Boogie's Buddy 5-Mile Race
Increases to $54 after the first 20 people register. (20 spots left) Registration Opens April 15, 2026 at 7:00am MDT
Boogie's Buddy 5K Race
Increases to $54 after the first 20 people register. (20 spots left) Registration Opens April 15, 2026 at 7:00am MDT
Boogie's Buddy 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk (Family Registration)
Place
2026 Location: Rio Grande Park!
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.buddyprogram.org/boogiesbuddyrace.
Description
Join us for Boogie's Buddy Race!
8 am Saturday, July 4, 2026 Rio Grande Park Aspen
Presented by East Coast Asset Management Mike Connolly, Aspen
Rio Grande Park - 427 Rio Grande Pl. Aspen, CO 81611
Get ready to lace up your sneakers...
Get set to kick off your Fourth of July weekend at the 39th Annual Boogie's Buddy Race! Presented by East Coast Asset Management Mike Connolly, Aspen, this is one of Aspen's most anticipated summer events.
Hurry, race entry fees increase on June 1st! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, we've got a race for you! With a 5-mile, 5k, and a family fun run, everyone can join in on the fun. Plus, the race is family and pet-friendly, so bring along your little ones and furry friends. All runners are welcome to pick up a race shirt, sizing available on a first-come, first-serve basis!
This family and pet-friendly event supports the Buddy Program’s four youth mentoring programs and over 600 youth, families, and volunteers from Aspen to Glenwood Springs, and Rifle!
RACE START TIMES:
8:00 am: 5-Mile Race
8:05 am: 5k Race
9:00 am: 1-Mile Family and Canine Run/Walk
PRICES:
Early Bird Anniversary Promo: May 1-SOLD OUT $40/the first 40 individuals in honor of our 40th Anniversary of the Race!
Early Bird: May 1-May 31 $55/individual
June 1-July 3: $70/individual
Day of Race: $75/individual
Family Fun Run (only): $150/family (registration for a family of six or fewer members, not timed, only one bib per family)
Registering on the day of the event:
* Online registration for 5k and 5-Mile Races close at 7 am on July 4, there will be no in-person registrations on race day
* Only Family Fun Run will be allowed to register after 7 am until 9 am on race day, please note this race does not provide timing
Get ahead of the crowds - Pick up your bib and t-shirt!
You can pick up your t-shirt at the race or come by our registration tables at the locations below to pick up your race t-shirt and bib ahead of time!
Sunday, June 28: Basalt
When: Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
Location: Basalt Sunday Market
The Market is adjacent to Lions Park on Midland Spur Road, in downtown Basalt.
Friday, July 3: Aspen
When: Friday, July 3, 2026 from 10:00 am- 6:00 pm
Location: Red Brick Lawn
Saturday, July 4: Aspen
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 7:00 am- 8:00 pm
Location: Rio Grande Park
T-shirt sizes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so come to an early pick up date!
Race Contact Info
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Run the 5 mile Race Route!
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Run the 5K Race Route!
Directions
8am Rio Grande Park, Aspen, CO
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