TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Distance
- Just The Race -- No Brewfest Ticket · Race Plus Brewfest
From the Organizer
The Thirsty 13 Half Marathon is one of the best races in Colorado!
The race course: Fast and mostly downhill, with gorgeous scenery. Perfect for runners new to the half marathon distance or looking to set a PR.
The finish line: Ska Brewing, one of the best breweries in Colorado. A crowd of spectators cheers you to the finish.
Your (optional) post-race celebration: The San Juan Brewfest, with over 30 breweries waiting to congratulate you on your run! You can choose to add a ticket when you register.
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
80°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Durango, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Durango, CO
Elevation
7,248 ft
Nearest Airport
DRO
Durango La Plata County Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon
- Date
- August 29, 2026
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.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
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 TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon?
- TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon is a running race held in Durango, Colorado on August 29, 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 TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Durango, Colorado at Finish Line -- Ska Brewing, Durango, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
TBK Bank Thirsty 13 Half Marathon
Aug 29, 2026