Burro Buster 5k
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 6:30 AM MDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A high-altitude, family-friendly 5k on the 4th of July, featuring varied terrain and historic views, all benefiting a local scholarship fund.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Family Friendly
Family FriendlyJoin the Burro Buster 5k in Fairplay, Colorado, for a family-friendly run on the 4th of July. This event takes you through one of America's highest incorporated towns, offering a unique course with asphalt, dirt, rocks, stairs, and hills. Enjoy great views of a river and historic buildings while experiencing the challenge of high altitude. Your participation supports the Town of Fairplay Scholarship Fund.
From the organizer
The Burro Buster 5k is a fun, family friendly, 5k in one of America's highest incorporated towns. Join us in Fairplay on the 4th of July on our run through town! The course lies inside of the town limits and starts and finishes in front of the historic Hand Hotel & Emporium. Your terrain will include asphalt, dirt, rocks, stairs, and some hills. You will also enjoy great views, a river, historic buildings, lack of oxygen (9,953' above sea level!) and fun! There will be NO water station on course. Water will be available at the beginning and end of the race.
This event benefits the Town of Fairplay Scholarship Fund.