Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027
Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027 is a mountain bike, duathlon, running, and trail running race on June 25–27, 2027 in Alma, CO, with entry fees from $10 to $155.
- Date
- June 25–27, 2027 (292 days to go)
- Location
- Alma Cemetery Meadow, Alma, CO
- Price
- $10–$155
- Sports
- Mountain BikeDuathlonRunningTrail Running
From the Organizer
BACK FOR OUR 4th YEAR!
June 25 - 27 2027 | Alma, Colorado | Elevation: 10,600 ft
Get ready for a weekend of epic outdoor adventure at 10,600 feet in beautiful Alma, Colorado—the highest incorporated town in North America! Whether you love mountain biking, trail running, off-road duathlon, or simply camping under the stars, our grassroots dirt festival has something for everyone.
BIG NEWS!! A new Trail Half Marathon course - 13.4 miles; 2600 feet of climbing. race above tree line. Epically BRUTAL, Extraordinarily BEAUTIFUL!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS!
- Free Kids' Bike & Run Races (ages 12 & under) - Friday, June 25 1:00 PM Alma Town Park
- Mountain Bike Racing (Saturday, June 26)
- OFF-Road Duathlon -Run + Bike (Saturday, June 26)
- Trail Running (Sunday, June 27)
Love to run with your four-legged training partner? Leashed dogs are welcome in our Sunday Trail 10K—sign up for our special Doggie Division and hit the trails together.
THE COURSES
Our courses feature a fun mix of single-track, forest service roads, and graded county roads. Each loop includes:
✔️ Two big climbs
✔️ Fast, fun descents
✔️ Classic high-country terrain
WHAT TO EXPECT
With the Dirt Festival, you can expect a fabulous grassroots race hosted by the Alma Foundation and the Town of Alma, Colorado—one of those rare mountain communities where local pride, volunteer spirit, and genuine hospitality turn a race weekend into a shared celebration.
Camp at the start line in a pristine alpine meadow framed by 14,000-foot peaks and put your endurance and grit to the test on our demanding mountain bike and trail run courses. Prefer to focus on one discipline at a time? Ride on Saturday, run on Sunday—your weekend, your challenge.
Discounted Camping: Athletes get 50% off camping with race entry. Camping opens Thursday morning, but early arrival is welcome with a camping pass (email us in advance!).
Please bring your own water and camping essentials to be a comfy, happy camper. Porta Potties will be available in the meadow.
Race Categories & Awards:
Overall Awards: Top Men, Women & Non-Binary in each race format
Age Group Awards:
- U23
- 24-30
- 30-40
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-70
- 70+
High School & Middle School Divisions
We have added a new age division based on parent feedback.
- Middle Schools Athletes (male and female ages 11-14
- High School Athletes 15 - 18
We’re excited to bring these back after a huge success in 2025!
Parents & Coaches: Want to race alongside your young athlete? You can jump into the High School/Middle School wave for free! Just email us after your athlete registers, and we’ll send you a free entry code.
2026 RESULTS: Race Results - Race in the Clouds - ITS YOUR RACE
https://raceintheclouds.itsyourrace.com/Results.aspx?id=16396&y=2026
2026 PHOTOS: https://www.kimberlychutes.com/Alma-Dirt-Festival-26
See you in the clouds!
Events
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
69°
Typical Low
39°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fairplay S Park Rd, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Alma, CO
Population
242
as of 2023
City Elevation
10,357 ft
Nearest Airport
ASE
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) · 43 mi
Major Hub
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 80 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 Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027
- Date
- June 25–27, 2027
- Location
- Alma Cemetery Meadow, Alma, CO
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Mountain Bike
Mountain bike races take place on singletrack trails and natural terrain — dirt, roots, rocks, and forest roads. Mountain biking rewards skill as much as fitness.
Duathlon
Run, bike, run. The multi-sport format without the swim. Two disciplines, one race — a great bridge between running and triathlon.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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Jun 25, 2027