Hero Hustle Half Marathon Colorado Springs 2026

The Hero Hustle Half Marathon in Colorado Springs begins and ends at Weidner Field. It starts at 7:00 AM MDT and offers race options from a half marathon down to a Kids Dash. The event also includes 5K, 10K, 1 Mile, and virtual options, making it function more as a family race morning than a half-marathon-only event. The atmosphere is intentionally lighthearted: runners are encouraged to wear costumes, and the event prioritizes enjoyment over strict competition, while still providing chip timing, live results, and awards for timed distances. The superhero theme is integrated throughout. Half marathon, 5K, and 10K participants receive a custom bib, a superhero cape, and a Hero vs Villain finisher medal featuring four superhero masks. The untimed 1 Mile race includes similar merchandise, and the Kids Dash offers a mini bib, cape, mask, and a medal designed for children. A Best Costume award is presented, and treats are available at the finish line. Youth pricing is available for participants aged 12 and under in the 5K and 10K. Children can participate in the Kids Dash for free if they forgo the merchandise. Bodies, the organizing group, structures its races around family, health, and unity, utilizing local park partnerships to design enjoyable courses.