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Pikes Peak Ascent

Date
September 19, 2026
Distance
Ascent · Free Award Entry · Half Priced Award Entry & more
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From the Organizer

13.32 miles and 7,867ft of elevation gain.

 

From Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak.

This is not your average half marathon, it is a challenge unlike any other!  

Events

Ascent7 AMRegister →
Free Award Entry7 AMRegister →
Half Priced Award Entry7 AMRegister →
Elite Entry7 AMRegister →

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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

65°

Typical Low

38°

Chance of Rain

28%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Ruxton Park, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:45 AMSunset 7:03 PMDaylight 12h 18m

Host City

About Manitou Springs, CO

Population

4,796

as of 2023

Elevation

6,363 ft

Nearest Airport

COS

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 12 mi

Time Zone

Mountain Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Pikes Peak Ascent, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

103

Days to train

Race
Pikes Peak Ascent
Date
September 19, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Pikes Peak Ascent?
Pikes Peak Ascent is a running race held in Manitou Springs, Colorado on September 19, 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 Pikes Peak Ascent?
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Manitou Springs, Colorado at 502 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Pikes Peak Ascent?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Pikes Peak Ascent

Sep 19, 2026

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