Events & Fun Runs

Healthy Kids Day

Saturday, April 26 | 11:00am-1:00pm

Summer is right around the corner! Help the YMCA of Pueblo kick off a SAFE summer season by joining us on Healthy Kids Day for fun activities designed to help keep your kids safe all summer long. There will be games, nutritious snacks, family fitness demos and more to kickoff a healthy summer season! Join us on April 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm at the YMCA of Pueblo, 3200 E Spaulding Ave.

FREE and open to the public! Thank you to our National Sponsor, Peanuts.

FREE RSVP HERE!

Spring Family Camp

May 16-18 | Friday 4:00pm-Sunday 11:00am

Spend quality time with your family in the beautiful mountains at Camp Jackson. Activities include canoeing, rock climbing, ziplining, hiking, campfires, arts & crafts, nature exploration, a family dance, and games. Families have the option to stay in a community cabin, private cabin, tent camp, or utilize our RV parking. Open to all ages!

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Summer Sports Camps

Get ready for an action-packed week of excitement at YMCA Summer Sports Camps! Our camps last one week and run from 9:00am-12:00pm; perfect for kids ages 6-12 who want to stay active, build skills, and have a blast all summer long! Each camp offers a chance to explore a variety of sports, including:

• Climbing our 44-foot wall
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Football
• Sports Sampler - Perfect for discovering which sport your child might enjoy in our seasonal leagues!

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Escape Trail Run 

Saturday, August 9 | YMCA Camp Jackson | 8:30AM

Race Info:
Located in Rye, CO, this race challenges runners/walkers on a 3.1 mile trail that takes you on a journey of over 1,000 feet in elevation gain! Bring your friends and family along to get the ultimate tour of Camp Jackson! Nestled in our 320 acres of beautiful San Isabel National Forest, our 5k Escape Run will take you on the most scenic tour of our YMCA Camp Jackson property in Rye, CO! Filled with twists, turns and 1,000ft in elevation gain; you'll be sure to challenge your limits while escaping from the fast pace of the city for a day. Race cost covers and includes: registration, T-shirt, and a pancake breakfast offered after the race in our camp dining hall.

Sign up today!

Register by July 21, 2025 to guarantee a T-shirt.

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2024 Race Results

Spooky Sprint 5k

Saturday, October 25 | YMCA of Pueblo | 4:00PM

Race Info:
Join us for the 2nd Annual Spooky Sprint 5k! Embrace the chills at this evening race for a hauntingly good time! Wear your costume, eat some candy, and run! This 5k event will take place at the YMCA of Pueblo, 3200 E Spaulding Avenue at 4:00pm on Saturday, October 25th. NO SAME DAY RACE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE!

Registration opens July 30, 2025.
Sign up for the 2025 Race Series today! (Race series registration closes August 8, 2025)

2024 Race Results

Turkey Trot 5k

Thursday, November 27 | YMCA of Pueblo | 9:00AM

Race Info: The Turkey Trot is an anticipated holiday event of the season and is a fundraiser for the YMCA. This fundraiser enables us to provide scholarships to local families in need, which, in turn, allows them access to the YMCA and its many programs. A FREE kids 1k will take place for youth 12 years and younger at 8:15am. No registration required. The 5k event will take place at the YMCA of Pueblo at 9:00am on Thanksgiving Day. This 5k event will take place at the YMCA of Pueblo, 3200 E Spaulding Avenue at 9:00am on Thursday, November 27th. NO SAME DAY RACE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE!

Registration Opens August 31, 2025.
Sign up for the 2025 Race Series today! (Race series registration closes August 8, 2025)

2024 RACE RESULTS

Hot Chocolate Run

Saturday, December 27 | YMCA of Pueblo | 9:00AM

Race Info:
Get ready to race through a sweet adventure at our first Hot Chocolate Run! This race will be located at the YMCA of Pueblo, 3200 E Spaulding Avenue at 9:00am on Saturday, December 27. Whether you're a seasoned runner or casual walker, this delightful dash promises miles of smiles and chocolatey rewards. Keep the holiday spirit at the YMCA with some hot chocolate in hand! NO SAME DAY RACE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE!

Registration opens October 1, 2025.
SAVE and sign up for the 2025 Race Series Today! (Race series registration closes August 8, 2025)