calendar_today 24 Jun, 2027 – 27 Jun, 2027
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sell $10.00 – $45.00
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.
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: Coming soon for Saturday and Sunday events. Kids Race Here: https://www.kimberlychutes.com/Alma-Dirt-Festival--Kid-Race-26/i-SQQ8Rzk/A
https://www.kimberlychutes.com/Alma-Dirt-Festival-26
See you in the clouds!
Jun 24, 2027
Distance — Weekend Camping
Type — Running
10:00
$25.00
Jun 25, 2027
Distance — FREE Kids Mountain Bike and Trail Run
Type — Running
13:30
$0.00
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 38 Miles
Type — Running
07:00
$45.00
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 26 Miles
Type — Running
08:30
$37.50
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 13 Miles
Type — Running
08:30
$35.00
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 22 Miles
Type — Running
08:35
$45.00
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 20.9K
Type — Running
08:55
$30.00
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 13 Miles
Type — Running
09:00
$10.00
Jun 26, 2027
Distance — 6.1 Miles
Type — Running
09:05
$10.00
Jun 27, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$25.00
Jun 27, 2027
Distance — 6.2 Miles
Type — Running
08:15
$20.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Alma.
Learn more about the host city, Alma.
Alma is a city in Central Michigan, nicknamed "Scotland, USA," and is the largest population center of Gratiot County, with 9,275 residents.
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