40th Annual Boogie's Buddy Race, Presented By Aspen Valley Health
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 4:00 AM MDT
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Kick off your Fourth of July in Aspen with a family and pet-friendly race that supports youth mentoring programs.
- Fun
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Family Friendly
Family FriendlyCelebrate the 40th Annual Boogie's Buddy Race in Aspen, Colorado, a cherished Fourth of July tradition. This family and pet-friendly event welcomes all, from seasoned runners to casual walkers, with 5-mile, 5K, and a 1-mile family fun run options. Beyond the festive atmosphere, your participation directly supports the Buddy Program’s vital youth mentoring initiatives, benefiting over 600 youth and families in the Aspen to Glenwood Springs area. Join the community for a meaningful start to your holiday weekend.
From the organizer
Join us for the 40th Annual Boogie's Buddy Race, Presented by Aspen Valley Health! Saturday, July 4, 2026
Rio Grande Park Aspen: 427 Rio Grande Pl, Aspen
Kick off your Fourth of July weekend at the 40th Annual Boogie's Buddy Race, Presented by Aspen Valley Health. This is one of Aspen's most anticipated summer events!
Race entry fees increase on June 1st! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, we've got a race for you! With a 5-mile, 5K, and a 1-mile family fun run, everyone can join in on the fun. The race is family and pet-friendly, so bring along your little ones and furry friends. All runners are welcome to pick up a race shirt, sizing available on a first-come, first-serve basis!
This event supports the Buddy Program’s four youth mentoring programs and over 600 youth, families, and volunteers from Aspen to Glenwood Springs, and Rifle.
RACE START TIMES:
8:00 am: 5-Mile Race
8:05 am: 5K Race
9:00 am: 1-Mile Family and Canine Run/Walk
PRICES:
Early Bird Anniversary Promo: May 1-SOLD OUT $40/the first 40 individuals in honor of our 40th Anniversary of Boogie's Buddy Race!
Early Bird: May 1-May 31 $55/individual
June 1-July 3: $70/individual
Day of Race: $75/individual
Family Fun Run (only): $150/family (registration for a family of six or fewer members, not timed, only one bib per family)
REGISTERING ON DAY-OF THE EVENT:
* Online registration for 5K and 5-Mile Races close at 7 am on July 4, there will be no in-person registrations on race day * Only Family Fun Run will be allowed to register after 7 am until 9 am on race day, please note this race does not provide timing
Shirt