Runs With Scissors Races
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 7:00 AM MDT
- Location
- Brighton, CO
- 9755 Henderson Road, 80601
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Embrace the unique challenge of a loop course, earn a custom scissors medal, and support a local charity at this distinctive Colorado race.
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseGreat for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
The Runs With Scissors Races in Brighton, CO, offers a unique challenge across half marathon, marathon, and 50K distances on a 1.31-mile loop course at Riverdale Regional Park. Runners can expect frequent aid stations and restrooms, along with a custom "scissors shaped" finisher medal and a race-specific wicking beanie. A portion of all proceeds supports Almost Home, Inc., making your run meaningful. Top finishers will receive awards, adding a competitive edge to this distinctive event.
What to expect
- Run multiple laps on a 1.31-mile loop course with frequent aid stations and restrooms.
- Earn a custom "scissors shaped" medal and a wicking beanie.
- Support Almost Home, Inc. with a portion of your race proceeds.
Standout details
- Custom "scissors shaped" finisher medal
- 1.31-mile loop course
- Supports Almost Home, Inc.
- Wicking beanie and pub-style glass
Perks & features
- Medal
- Swag Included
Medal
Swag IncludedFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
6 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 13.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 AM MDT · From $59.30
Opens Jun 30, 2025, 8:01 PM MDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM MDT
- 26.2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 AM MDT · From $75.20
Opens Jun 30, 2025, 8:01 PM MDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM MDT
- 50K
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 AM MDT · From $85.80
Opens Jun 30, 2025, 8:01 PM MDT · Closes Aug 31, 2025, 7:59 PM MDT
+ 3 more optionsHide
Virtual Half Marathon
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 AM MDT · From $38.10
Opens Jul 1, 2025, 9:09 AM MDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
Virtual Full Marathon
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 AM MDT · From $38.10
Opens Jul 1, 2025, 6:16 AM MDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
Virtual 50K
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 AM MDT · From $38.10
Opens Jul 1, 2025, 6:16 AM MDT · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
Vibe Check
Push Potential
Push Potentiallong distance + altitude
- Rolling area
- High altitude
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
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.
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