Fall Equinox

Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 8:00 AM MDT

Location: Fort Collins, CO; Poudre Canyon, 08524
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run a gorgeous, downhill course through the Poudre River Canyon, then celebrate your finish with music and beer at a lively party.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Who it's for

Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Experience the Fall Equinox, a highly-rated Colorado race offering half marathon, marathon, and 5-mile distances. Runners can challenge themselves on a beautifully brutal marathon course or aim for a personal best on the scenic half marathon, voted best in Colorado. Enjoy breathtaking wild and scenic beauty along the Poudre River Canyon, culminating in a lively finish line party with music and beer. This event invites you to celebrate the season and the joy of running in nature.

What to expect

Experience a downhill, point-to-point course through stunning canyon scenery.
Challenge yourself on the marathon or enjoy the half marathon, perfect for a PR or your first.
Celebrate your accomplishment at a vibrant finish line party with beer and music.

Standout details

Voted best half marathon in Colorado
Colorado's only Wild & Scenic River
Downhill point-to-point course
Lively finish line party with beer & music

Perks & features

After-Party
Shirt

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Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 8:00 AM MDT · From $64.59
Opens Feb 1, 2026, 8:00 AM MST · Closes Feb 7, 2026, 6:59 PM MST
5 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 12:01 AM MDT · From $55.00
Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM MST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
13.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 8:00 AM MDT · From $118.63
Opens Feb 1, 2026, 8:00 AM MST · Closes Feb 7, 2026, 6:59 PM MST

+ 1 more option

13.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 12:01 AM MDT · From $55.00
Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM MST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

long distance + altitude

Rolling area
High altitude

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

"One of the best races in Colorado!"

Enjoy the wild & Scenic beauty on the Poudre River Canyon while you run on a downhill point-to-point course to finish in a field of dreams where beer and music flow. Invite your friends & family, don't miss the experience!

Event includes 3 great distances:

Beautifully Brutal Marathon: Limited to 300 runners. Don't be fooled, this marathon course is a challenge for the strongest runners! Prepare for the first 5 hilly miles of the course & then open up your stride for the next ~21 miles of canyon downhills! A gorgeous race course running through the Buckhorn & Poudre River Canyons.

Wild & Scenic Half Marathon: Voted best half marathon and best race shirt in Colorado. Great race to run a new PR, your first half marathon, or just for the beauty and the beer! Enjoy the fall vibes along the Cache la Poudre, Colorado's only designated Wild & Scenic River! Starting at the famous Mishawaka Amphitheater.

First to the Finish 5-Mile: Fast or Festive? You choose. Push yourself past the 5k and run a unique race distance that gets you to the finish line party first! Wait, you are the Party! This race is for all those or love to run or walk in nature and know how to celebrate the good things in life,

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