Dirt Circus - Park City

Park City, United States • 22 Aug 2026

Event Overview

The Dirt Circus is a traveling series of free community events created to celebrate trail running and local race directors. This edition marks the first time the festival visits Park City, Utah. The event functions as an in-person gathering for the local running community, featuring a social run, a brand expo, and various festivities designed to connect runners with local races, clubs, and businesses.

Activities and Features

The festival offers several interactive elements throughout the morning. Participants can visit an expo featuring brand booths, tables from race directors, and information from local run clubs. A face decorating and glitter station is available for attendees. Following the organized run, the event includes a raffle with prizes such as race entries, running gear, and apparel. Food and beverages are provided for participants as they return to the staging area.

Course Information

The event includes a casual group run on local trails. Participants should note the following details:

  • 5 km community run intended for all paces.
  • Cupless event policy requiring participants to bring their own bottles or cups for water.
  • Route options are designed to accommodate the local community without overrunning the trails.

Location and Guidelines

The event is hosted at Rendezvous Run, located at 1571 Redstone Center Dr #110, Park City. The venue is a local store providing trail-tested gear. Please note that dogs are not permitted at the event, with the exception of service animals. Registration includes the option to pre-order event-specific apparel featuring a unique Park City design. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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