| Option | Distance | Start | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highschool/Middle School Short Course (6.1miles) | 6 mi | 9:05 AM | $15 |
| 13 mi | from 8:30 AM | $20–$70 | |
| 13 Mile Mountain Bike | 13 mi | 8:55 AM | $65 |
| Highschool/Middle School Long Course (13 miles) | 13 mi | 9:00 AM | $20 |
| NEW 26 Mile Mountain Bike Relay (Teams of Two) | 13 mi | 8:30 AM | $70 |
| 26 Mile -ish Mountain Bike | 26 mi | 8:30 AM | $75 |
| 40 Mile -ish Mountain Bike | 38 mi | 7:00 AM | $90 |
BACK FOR OUR 4th YEAR!
June 25 - 27 2027 | Alma, Colorado | Elevation: 10,600 ft
Get ready for a weekend of epic outdoor adventure at 10,600 feet in beautiful Alma, Colorado—the highest incorporated town in North America! Whether you love mountain biking, trail running, off-road duathlon, or simply camping under the stars, our grassroots dirt festival has something for everyone.
BIG NEWS!! A new Trail Half Marathon course - 13.4 miles; 2600 feet of climbing. race above tree line. Epically BRUTAL, Extraordinarily BEAUTIFUL!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS!
Love to run with your four-legged training partner? Leashed dogs are welcome in our Sunday Trail 10K—sign up for our special Doggie Division and hit the trails together.
THE COURSES
Our courses feature a fun mix of single-track, forest service roads, and graded county roads. Each loop includes:
✔️ Two big climbs
✔️ Fast, fun descents
✔️ Classic high-country terrain
WHAT TO EXPECT
With the Dirt Festival, you can expect a fabulous grassroots race hosted by the Alma Foundation and the Town of Alma, Colorado—one of those rare mountain communities where local pride, volunteer spirit, and genuine hospitality turn a race weekend into a shared celebration.
Camp at the start line in a pristine alpine meadow framed by 14,000-foot peaks and put your endurance and grit to the test on our demanding mountain bike and trail run courses. Prefer to focus on one discipline at a time? Ride on Saturday, run on Sunday—your weekend, your challenge.
Discounted Camping: Athletes get 50% off camping with race entry. Camping opens Thursday morning, but early arrival is welcome with a camping pass (email us in advance!).
Please bring your own water and camping essentials to be a comfy, happy camper. Porta Potties will be available in the meadow.
Race Categories & Awards:
Overall Awards: Top Men, Women & Non-Binary in each race format
Age Group Awards:
High School & Middle School Divisions
We have added a new age division based on parent feedback.
We’re excited to bring these back after a huge success in 2025!
Parents & Coaches: Want to race alongside your young athlete? You can jump into the High School/Middle School wave for free! Just email us after your athlete registers, and we’ll send you a free entry code.
2026 RESULTS: Race Results - Race in the Clouds - ITS YOUR RACE
https://raceintheclouds.itsyourrace.com/Results.aspx?id=16396&y=2026
2026 PHOTOS: https://www.kimberlychutes.com/Alma-Dirt-Festival-26
See you in the clouds!
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