STEPS TO EMPOWER
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Distance
- Steps to Empower 1 Mile Walk/Run · Steps to Empower 5K Walk/Run · VIRTUAL Steps to Empower
From the Organizer
Join us at Mount Saint Francis of Assisi on August 1st for a morning of community and purpose! Whether you prefer a scenic 1-mile stroll or want to tackle our brand-new 5K challenge, every step you take directly supports women healing from the trauma of sexual exploitation.
Bakhita Mountain Home offers an opportunity for survivors of sex trafficking to continue to heal and grow individually while connecting to a supportive community. BMH is an independent communal living program that provides support for ongoing goal development and achievement. Our mission is to support women in healing from the trauma of sexual exploitation and in achieving independence by providing an established residential home, trauma-informed practices, and life-enhancing skills. BMH is a rent-free program where individuals may stay for up to two years.
Walk-in registration begins at 8:00am on 1 August 2026 at St. Francis of Assisi. Participants must register before July 18, 2026 to receive the beautiful Bakhita Mountain Home t-shirt. T-Shirts are no longer available for order during the registration process after July 18, 2026 in order to allow time for order placement.
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
86°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
43%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Colorado Springs Muni Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Colorado Springs, CO
Population
483,099
as of 2023
Elevation
6,118 ft
Nearest Airport
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at STEPS TO EMPOWER, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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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.
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 STEPS TO EMPOWER?
- STEPS TO EMPOWER is a running race held in Colorado Springs, Colorado on August 1, 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 STEPS TO EMPOWER?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Colorado Springs, Colorado at 2650 Parish View, Colorado Springs, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the STEPS TO EMPOWER?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
STEPS TO EMPOWER
Aug 1, 2026