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2026 MTHCF 5K

Sat, May 30, 2026, 8:00 AM MDT

Location
Fruita, CO
325 E Aspen Ave,, 81521
Featured distance
3.14 Miles
Type
RUN
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Kick off Fruita's quirky festival with a fun 5K, celebrating the legendary Mike the Headless Chicken. Costumes welcome.

  • Fun
  • Quirky
  • Festive

Start your festival day in Fruita, CO, with the unique Mike the Headless Chicken 5K. This event is designed to be anything but ordinary, offering a fun and quirky way to kick off one of the town's most beloved celebrations. Runners, joggers, and walkers are all welcome to join, with an invitation to participate in costume, adding to the festive atmosphere. It's a delightful 3.14-mile experience to embrace the local spirit.

What to expect

  • Begin your festival day with a spirited 3.14-mile run or walk.
  • Embrace the quirky theme by participating in costume.
  • Experience a hilly course at a moderate altitude in mild weather.

Standout details

  • Mike the Headless Chicken theme
  • Kick off a beloved town festival
  • Costume participation encouraged
  • Hilly course at moderate altitude

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From the organizer

Mike the Headless Chicken 5K Saturday, May 30 | Race Starts at 8:00 AM Fruita Civic Center Park & Pavilion – 325 E Aspen St., Fruita, CO 81521

Start your festival day with a race that’s anything but ordinary. Whether you're sprinting, jogging, or walking in costume, the Mike the Headless Chicken 5K is the perfect way to kick off one of Fruita’s quirkiest and most beloved events.

Packet Pickup:

Friday, May 29 | 4:30–7:00 PM Saturday, May 30 | 7:00–7:45 AM All at the Fruita Civic Center Park & Pavilion

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