14er Fest 14K & 5K
About this race
14er Fest is a multi-user trail event held in the fall in Buena Vista, CO. Trail running is a key component of the event, and we offer two unique races as options.
In the spirit of "14er" Fest, we are offering a unique 14k race with an amazing route and stunning views. Are you up for the challenge?
Join us for Colorado's most beautiful 5k event! This course winds through the Buena Vista River Park and runs right next to the river! Race it, jog it, walk it, bring the kids out for it.
Participants who register before September 17, 2026, will receive some 14er Fest Race Swag!!!
Pick your distance
Running
14K
Yes…you read that right, 14er Fest has a 14K Race! This is our unique version of a more competitive and challenging race/trail run! You will begin with most of our 5k course that winds you through the Buena Vista River Park. Once through the River Park, you will cross the Arkansas River bridge and continue on the Midland Hill Trail System. As you gain elevation, you will be treated to elevated views of Buena Vista, the Arkansas River, and the Collegiate Peaks! You just might be short of breath from the race and the scenery! The return trip takes you down the South Midland Trail, across the river, through South Main, and then home to Vendor Village and the Eddyline Beer Garden! This course is challenging and features over 500’ of elevation gain. Participants who register before 9/17/26 will receive a performance race hat with 14er Fest branded patch!!!
5K
Grab some of the family or friends and join us for this 3.1-mile fun run & race! The race starts and ends right in the heart of Vendor Village. During this race, you’ll run on road, dirt, and gravel trails as you wind through the Buena Vista Riverpark. You’ll get some of the best views of the Arkansas River as you run along part of the river trail through South Main, and then as you return toward the event center and vendor village, the views of the Collegiate Peaks will be panoramic! Participants who register before 9/17/26 will receive a performance race hat with 14er Fest branded patch!!!
Typical race-day weather
Based on 6 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Buena Vista, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:57 AM and sets at 6:53 PM local time (MDT) in Buena Vista on September 27, 2026 — 11h 56m of daylight.
Course
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Results — 14er Fest 14K & 5K
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- Buena Vista 5K Races 5 races
- Buena Vista Running Calendar 2026 6 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 10 Buena Vista events
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