Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K & Family Color Run
About this race
Elizabeth Main Street 5K Run/Walk & Family Color Run August 29, 2026 · Elizabeth, Colorado
Join us for a community celebration in the heart of Elizabeth! Our 5K Run/Walk winds through historic Main Street and surrounding parks on a course with both paved and dirt terrain. From competitive runners to families with strollers, everyone's welcome. An hour after the 5K, the Family Color Run kicks off for a fun, untimed romp through color stations the whole family can enjoy. After the race, stick around for pancakes, a cold beer, and shopping along Main Street. And don't miss the Elizabeth Backyard BBQ Showdown in Running Creek Park starting at noon that same day!
Official Race Timing
The 5K is an officially timed race, managed by Colorado Race Timing. Your chip-timed result will be recorded and available after the event. To receive an official finish time, all participants must register under the 5K registration.
5K Start Time: 9:00 AM | Family Color Run Start Time: 10:00 AM (1 hour after the 5K start)
Doing Both Events?5K participants are welcome and encouraged to join the Color Run after finishing the race! However, all participants who wish to run the 5K must register under the 5K registration to receive an official timed result. The Color Run registration is for Color Run-only participants.
Event Highlights- Scenic 5K route with varied paved and dirt terrain through historic downtown Elizabeth
- Officially timed race by Colorado Race Timing
- Family Color Run, open to everyone, starting 1 hour after the 5K
- Post-race pancake breakfast (complimentary for all participants)
- One complimentary beer or non-alcoholic drink from our local brewery
- Vendor and business expo
- Comprehensive medical staff and tent at the start/finish line and throughout the course
- 5K Participants Only: Cooling Face/Neck Gaiter OR Socks
- Souvenir Bag
- FREE Pancake Breakfast
- One (1) Complimentary Beer or Non-Alcoholic Drink
Town Hall — 151 S Banner St, Elizabeth
- Thursday, August 27: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday, August 28: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Race Route: View Course Map Online
Medical Support: Comprehensive medical staff and tent available at the start/finish line and throughout the course.
Parking: Free street parking in downtown Elizabeth. Note: No parking on Main Street between Elm and Spruce Streets.
Pet Policy: Pets are welcome on Main Street, but not on the race course. We appreciate your understanding.
Questions?
Contact Alexandra Cramer at acramer@townofelizabeth.org
Join fellow runners on September 13, 2025 for the Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K & Family Color Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Elizabeth.
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Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K
Family Color Run
Join us for the vibrant and fun Family Color Run! Starting on Main Street and taking place in Running Creek Park, this event is perfect for participants of all ages. Along the route, volunteers will throw colored chalk at you, turning your white shirt into a colorful keepsake. Each participant will receive a white shirt to make the colors pop and colorful glasses to ensure no chalk gets in your eyes. Plus, kids can enjoy a rubber duck scavenger hunt during the event! Get ready to run, laugh, and make unforgettable memories!
About Elizabeth
Historic Elizabeth Main Street 5K & Family Color Run takes place in Elizabeth, Colorado, United States. The local timezone is America/Denver.
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