From the Organizer
BACK FOR OUR 4th Year 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.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS!
- Free Kids' Bike & Run Races (ages 12 & under)
- Mountain Bike Racing
- OFF-Road Duathlon -Run + Bike
- Trail Running
- Camping in pristine alpine meadow
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
- 24-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60+
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.
See you in the clouds!
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Thursday, 6/25
High
71°
Low
43°
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
14%
Wind
6 to 25 mph
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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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.
5
Days to train
- Race
- Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027
- Date
- June 25, 2026 – June 27, 2027
- Location
- Alma Cemetery Meadow, Alma, CO
Coming Up
More Mountain Bike races near Alma, CO
Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026
10K · Half Marathon · Under 10 mi · 10–20 mi · 20–30 mi · 30+ mi · Olympic · From $10 · Alma Cemetery Meadow
Less than a mile away
Wednesday Worlds Pulpit Rock UCCS
Under 10 mi · From $30 · 660 North Campus Heights, Colorado Springs
74 miles away
Wednesday Worlds Ute Valley Park
Under 10 mi · From $30 · 1705 Vindicator Dr
69 miles away
Audi Snowmass 50 Mountain Bike Race
20–30 mi · 30+ mi · From $125 · 40 Carriage Way
48 miles away
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
XC races, enduros, and fat bike events across U.S. trails. Technical, physical, and completely different from anything on pavement.
Cycling
Gran fondo, century rides, and road races. Built around sustained effort and pacing judgment.
Duathlon
Run, bike, run. The multi-sport format without the swim — a great bridge between running and triathlon.
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.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain, not the pace, is the whole point.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027?
- Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027 is a mountain bike race held in Alma, Colorado on June 25, 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 mountain bike races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027?
- Thursday, June 25, 2026 in Alma, Colorado at Alma Cemetery Meadow. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2027
Jun 25, 2026