Emma Coburn’s Elk Run 5K

Join us for the 7th edition of Emma Coburn’s Elk Run 5k!

Race in person in Crested Butte, Colorado to run in paradise at 9,000ft elevation or participate virtually anywhere in the world. Our aim is to provide an epic race day experience for everyone while raising money for a great local charity.

In total, we have raised $265,000 for Living Journeys, a charity that supports local residents who are battling cancer. The 2023 Elk Run 5k will be run in honor of Emma’s mom, Annie, who passed away in January 2023 after a three year battle with Stage 4 colon cancer. We hope to make Annie proud!

Race day is September 30th, 2023

All racers, both in person and virtual, will get a swag bag! The Elk Run tote bag includes the exclusive Elk Run 5k hat, a bib, and sponsor goodies!

The in person race will be in Crested Butte, CO starting at 3rd & Elk. There will be a high school race to start the day followed by the citizen’s race. After the races, stick around for our after party!

All virtual racers will be shipped their Race Bag in August and on race day, racers can run a 5k wherever they choose and will share their results on social with the Elk Run community. We love seeing race participants from all over the world!