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New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K

New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K

New Belgium Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course through Fort Collins' scenic landscape.

Race Date

Oct 4, 2026

Location

Fort Collins, CO

Solid Pick44

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Location
Fort Collins, Colorado
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
579

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The New Belgium Half Marathon in Fort Collins, Colorado, presents a compelling opportunity for runners seeking a swift and scenic race. Established in 2023, this event has quickly become a draw for those looking to test their speed on a certified, fast-flat course.

Runners can expect a course that largely avoids significant elevation changes, making it ideal for achieving personal bests. The ~0 ft elevation gain and loss contribute to its reputation as a PR-friendly event. The race typically attracts participants from around 11 states, indicating a solid geographic draw for its size.

With a median field size of approximately 290 finishers, the New Belgium Half Marathon offers a more intimate race-day atmosphere compared to larger events. The event is timed using MyLaps BibTag chip timing, ensuring accurate and immediate results available via a live website and notifications, with a finisher certificate to commemorate the achievement.

Race-provided description

Fast & Accurate Race Results offering a comprehensive and unique suite of services: MyLaps BibTag chip timing, live results website, live streaming of finish line, result notifications via email, results kiosk & finisher certificates. Timing Run, Swim, Bike, Cross County, Triathlon, Nordic Ski

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Fort Collins, CO

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Urban

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K run

Quality Score

Solid Pick44
Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size12/15

~289.5 finishers a year

Momentum0/5

shrinking

Loyalty10/20

10% returning runners

Course & details6/15

2 timing sources · 7 photos

National draw6/10

runners from 11 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:15:30

Weather2/10

typical high 72°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

46°

Afternoon (High)

72°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

52%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 579 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2024

Total finishers

579

Median time

2:04:31

Latest turnout

230

States

26

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:15p50 median ≈ 2:054:05

Turnout by year

20232024

'23'24
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K?

The New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K is held on Sunday, October 4, 2026.

Where does the New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K take place?

It takes place in Fort Collins, Colorado.

What distances does the New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K run.

Is the New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K course flat and good for a PR?

The New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K?

HalfRuns has finish records for 579 runners who have completed the New Belgium Half Marathon and 5K.

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