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49th Annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5K Run

Date
July 18, 2026
Distance
5K Run

From the Organizer

Come join 500 of your running friends for southern Colorado's oldest and one the region's largest road races. This 5K starts and ends near Jack Dempsey Park. After the race, stick around for the great Pioneer Days parade and a day's worth of fun!

Online registration is strongly encouraged and is available until 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15. In-person registration and packet pickup is available on Friday, July 18 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Jack Dempsey Park, and 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. on race day. Avoid long lines: Register by 10 p.m. on July 15!

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Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

81°

Typical Low

50°

Chance of Rain

27%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Manassa, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:58 AMSunset 8:23 PMDaylight 14h 25m

Host City

About Manassa, CO

Elevation

7,678 ft

Nearest Airport

ALS

San Luis Valley Regional Airport/Bergman Field · 18 mi

Major Hub

COS

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 131 mi

Time Zone

Mountain Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 49th Annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5K Run?
49th Annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5K Run is a running race held in Manassa, Colorado on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 49th Annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5K Run?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Manassa, Colorado at 412 Main Street, Manassa, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 49th Annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5K Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

49th Annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5K Run

Jul 18, 2026

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