Flying Colors 5K Fun Run/Walk
About this race
Kick off an unforgettable weekend at the Moffat County Hot Air Balloon Festival with our vibrant, can’t-miss Flying Colors 5K Fun Run/Walk!
Join us at Loudy Simpson Park for a lively stroll or jog along the scenic Yampa River trails. Along the way, you’ll be showered in bursts of colorful powder—turning every step into a bright, joy-filled adventure!
As you make your way through the course, don’t forget to look up—you’ll be treated to the breathtaking sight of hot air balloons rising into the morning sky. Cross the finish line with live music, great energy, and plenty of photo ops to capture every colorful moment.
Not up for the full 5K? No problem! Our One-Mile Fun Run is perfect for kids, families, or anyone who just wants a shorter, equally fun experience.
Pro tip: Wear white—it shows off the colors best!
Commemorate the day with a souvenir t-shirt, available for purchase during registration.
Registration Pricing:
Ages 0–4: Free
Ages 5–17: $10
Ages 18+: $30
Grab your friends, bring the family, and come ready for a morning of movement, music, and magic. This untimed event is all about fun, fitness, and making unforgettable memories together!
Race Day: August 1, 2026
6:00–7:00 AM: Registration & Packet Pickup
7:00 AM: LET THE FLYING COLORS RUN BEGIN!
~Please, no dogs~
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Running
5K Fun Run/Walk
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Craig, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:07 AM and sets at 8:25 PM local time (MDT) in Craig on August 1, 2026 — 14h 17m of daylight.
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- 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, 3 Craig events
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