Golden Leaf Half Marathon

Aspen, United States • 26 Sep 2026

Golden Leaf Half Marathon

The Golden Leaf Half Marathon is a road running event presented by ACG and hosted by the Ute Mountaineer and the City of Aspen. The race is held in late September and the 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026.

The course begins at Fanny Hill in Snowmass, continues along the Government Trail through Aspen groves, and finishes at Koch Lumber Park in downtown Aspen. The event is described as a half marathon distance and includes route support from sponsors including Scratch Labs and Darn Tough Vermont.

Registration opens on April 28, 2026. Prices listed for 2026 are $80 for in store registration and $105 for online registration, and entries often sell out. Several local hotels offer special rates or discounts for participants, with some properties requiring a two night minimum stay and specific booking conditions.

The event is organized by the City of Aspen Special Events Department in coordination with local partners. Information about registration timing, pricing, race route, and local accommodation options is published in advance of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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