2026 MTHCF 5K
Sat, May 30, 2026, 4:00 AM MDT
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Kick off Fruita's quirky festival with a fun 5K, celebrating the legendary Mike the Headless Chicken. Costumes welcome.
- Fun
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Quirky
FestiveStart your festival day in Fruita, CO, with the unique Mike the Headless Chicken 5K. This event is designed to be anything but ordinary, offering a fun and quirky way to kick off one of the town's most beloved celebrations. Runners, joggers, and walkers are all welcome to join, with an invitation to participate in costume, adding to the festive atmosphere. It's a delightful 3.14-mile experience to embrace the local spirit.
What to expect
- Begin your festival day with a spirited 3.14-mile run or walk.
- Embrace the quirky theme by participating in costume.
From the organizer
Mike the Headless Chicken 5K Saturday, May 30 | Race Starts at 8:00 AM Fruita Civic Center Park & Pavilion – 325 E Aspen St., Fruita, CO 81521
Start your festival day with a race that’s anything but ordinary. Whether you're sprinting, jogging, or walking in costume, the Mike the Headless Chicken 5K is the perfect way to kick off one of Fruita’s quirkiest and most beloved events.
Packet Pickup:
Friday, May 29 | 4:30–7:30 PM Saturday, May 30 | 6:30–7:45 AM All at the Fruita Civic Center Park & Pavilion
