Burro Buster 5k
When is Burro Buster 5k?
Burro Buster 5k takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Fairplay, CO.
What distances does Burro Buster 5k offer?
Burro Buster 5k offers 1 event: 5k.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5k | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Burro Buster 5k cost?
Registration for Burro Buster 5k starts at $35.00.
Where is Burro Buster 5k held?
Burro Buster 5k is held in Fairplay, CO at The Hand Hotel 531 Front Street.
About Burro Buster 5k
The Burro Buster 5k is a fun, family friendly, 5k in one of America's highest incorporated towns. Join us in Fairplay on the 4th of July on our run through town! The course lies inside of the town limits and starts and finishes in front of the historic Hand Hotel & Emporium. Your terrain will include asphalt, dirt, rocks, stairs, and some hills. You will also enjoy great views, a river, historic buildings, lack of oxygen (9,953' above sea level!) and fun! There will be NO water station on course. Water will be available at the beginning and end of the race.
This event benefits the Town of Fairplay Scholarship Fund.
COURSE MAP
***The 2026 course route is currently under review. In Fall 2025, the new River Park Trail opened along the river. Staff are looking to update the route to include this path. If the new section is included, a portion of the route northeast of Hwy 9 will be adjusted to keep the 5k distance.***
PRIZES
Prizes will be given to the winner in each age category.
Men: 18 and under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
Women: 18 and under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Registration begins in front of The Hand Hotel & Emporium at 9:30am. The race starts and finishes at The Hand Hotel, 531 Front Street, Fairplay, Colorado 80440
We welcome race day sign-ups and registration via paper registration. Please email for more info: ksprys@fairplayco.us
If registering day of or via mail, make checks payable to: Town of Fairplay, P.O. Box 267, Fairplay, CO 80440
or stop by Town Hall, 901 Main Street Fairplay. You may register day of the race but we cannot guarantee you a t-shirt, or pre-register by emailing Kelsey Sprys (ksprys@fairplayco.us) for a paper registration and more info. Cash, card or checks will be accepted on race day.