Runs With Scissors Races

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Half Marathon, Marathon and 50K all Start at 7:00 a.m.

If you want your name included on the finisher's medal ribbon, and to be guaranteed a finisher medal, you must register before March 20, 2026.

If registration for a distance is full, email InTheLongRunLLC@outlook.com for possible registration options.

The race will be held at Riverdale Regional Park in Brighton Colorado.  

A portion of all race proceeds will be donated to Almost Home, Inc. You can also give an individual donation by clicking on the donate button or adding a donation at checkout.

The race will be held on a 1.31-mile loop course. The half marathon is 10 laps, the marathon is 20 laps, and the 50k is 24 laps. You're guaranteed a restroom and an aid station every 1.31 miles!  There are also two other restrooms along the course.

Prizes will be awarded to the overall top three male and female in each distance (no duplicates)

A race specific wicking beanie as well as a custom "scissors shaped" medal will be given to all finishers with the runners' names on the ribbon.  You must register before 3/20/26 to be guaranteed a medal and to have your name included on the ribbon.

A custom 16 oz. pub-style glass will be given to all registered participants. 

New this year:  You may opt out of the beanie and/or pint glass for a race discount. 

Packet pick-up will be at Something Brewery, 117 N. Main St., Brighton, CO (on the back patio if the weather is nice, in the back room if it is not) from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm the night before the race.  Race day packet pick up will be at the Riverdale Regional Park pavilion and will include the bib and pint glass; it may not include the swag bag.  

Virtual Option - You may run your distance any time from April 17, 2026 to April 26, 2026.  Instructions on reporting your time will be sent out prior to 4/17/25.  You will receive a race medal with your name included on it if you register prior to 3/20/26 and a distance-specific beanie.  Pint glasses are not included but may be purchased separately at the race store.