Erie Half & 5k
Sun, Aug 16, 2026, 3:00 AM MDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run the Erie Half or 5k and look up for a chance to see colorful hot-air balloons in the morning sky. Finishers get a medal.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Quirky
Fun
Scenic
QuirkyThe Erie Half & 5k invites runners to a community event featuring both a half marathon and a 5k distance. This race, part of the Hometown Race Series, offers a unique morning experience where participants might spot colorful hot-air balloons dotting the early skies. All finishers, including those in the 5k, receive a medal to celebrate their accomplishment. It's an opportunity to enjoy a run in an outlying community and take home a tangible reminder of your pride.
What to expect
- Run a half marathon or 5k distance.
- Keep an eye on the sky for colorful hot-air balloons.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
108 Half Marathon finishers in 2021. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
2:00:35
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 1:31:48.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 53% women and 47% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the Half Marathon in 2021, this looks like a small field: 108 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 2:00:35. The quicker front of the field averaged about 1:31:48. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Erie, CO
Close-to-home draw
Denver, CO
Travel draw
Longmont, CO
Travel draw
Boulder, CO
Travel draw
Broomfield, CO
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 19 and Under
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 20 to 29
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 30 to 39
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 40 to 49
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 50 to 59
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon | 2021 | 108 | 2:00:35 | 2:05:11 | 1:31:48 | 1:21:04 / 1:34:29 |
| Half Marathon | 2018 | 98 | 2:13:25 | 2:15:50 | 1:33:29 | 1:28:15 / 1:37:43 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Join us for the Erie Half and 5k!
The Hometown Race Series features half marathons and 5k distance events in outlying communities outside the Denver and Boulder metro areas.
LOOK UP! At the Erie event, we often see the early morning skies with dotted with delightfully colorful hot-air balloons.
Whatever distance you're ready to tackle, we'll be there with you to celebrate at the finish line! This is one of the few 5k events where FINISHER MEDALS are awarded to each participant. Go home with proof of your pride and show off that bling!
Awards
Medal