Chilly Willy Half Marathon-Colorado Springs
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Event overview
The Chilly Willy 5K/10K/Half Marathon takes place on January 24, 2026 in Colorado Springs, CO at Cottonwood Creek Park, 7115 Montarbor Dr. The event offers in-person and virtual options and includes multiple race choices: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, plus "No Shirt" options and virtual equivalents. All participants receive a long sleeve race shirt and a finisher medal; only 200 half marathon finisher medals will be ordered. Chip timing is used and awards are given for overall, masters, grand masters, senior masters, and five-year age groups.
Course, entries, and amenities
The 5K and 10K are single out-and-back courses and the half marathon is a double loop. The courses are described as mostly flat. Water stations are available about every 1.5 miles. Packet pickup is held on race morning starting one hour before the race; virtual packages are shipped the Monday after the event for continental US addresses. Registration follows phased pricing with preview, early bird, regular, late, and race day rates; participants registered by 01/14 are guaranteed race swag in their size. Volunteer incentives include a $50 Visa gift card for volunteers who recruit three additional qualified volunteers and complete duties as specified. Five Star NTP is seeking a charity partner for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.