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All-Out Beat the Heat

All-Out Beat the Heat

All-Out Beat the Heat offers a fast, scenic half marathon with Front Range views.

Race Date

Apr 24, 2027

Location

Westminster, CO

Standout68

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, April 24, 2027
Location
Westminster, Colorado
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K, 13.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
1,188

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyBQ RelevantDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local Community

Course

Fast FlatScenic Route

The Experience

The 15th Annual Beat the Heat half marathon in Westminster, Colorado, invites runners to a heroic journey along the Big Dry Creek Trail. This scenic loop offers magnificent views of Standley Lake, set against the epic backdrop of the Front Range mountains.

This officially certified course is a fast, flat route, ideal for achieving a personal best or qualifying for the BOLDERBoulder. With typical winning times around 83 minutes, it attracts runners looking for a competitive yet visually rewarding experience. The event supports Adaptive Adventures, adding a layer of community purpose to the race.

While the median field size is around 74 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 7 states, the event is growing. Runners can expect a T-shirt as giveaway swag, and the race is known for its scenic beauty and potential for fast times.

Race-provided description

Unleash your inner superhero at the 15th Annual Beat the Heat event! This year, we're calling all champions to assemble where one of Colorado's favorite trails joins one of its most glorious parks, and support the vital mission of Adaptive Adventures. All course swill send athletes on a heroic journey, following the winding Big Dry Creek Trail southwest, with the half marathon course offering magnificent views of Standley Lake against the epic backdrop of the Front Range. It’s an official BOLDERBoulder qualifying event, so come prepared to put your superpowers to the test and achieve a truly marvel-ous finish time!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, April 24, 2027

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

10170 Church Ranch Way, Westminster, CO, 80021

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River, Mountain

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

10K5K13.1 Miles

Course Map

Quality Score

Standout68
Methodology
Heritage20/20

12 years running

Size9/15

~74 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty8/20

8% returning runners

Course & details8/15

6 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw5/10

runners from 7 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:23:39

Weather10/10

typical high 57°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

31°

Afternoon (High)

57°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

54%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 1,188 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.

Most recent

2026

Total finishers

1,188

Median time

2:21:01

Latest turnout

74

States

21

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:15p50 median ≈ 2:104:20

Turnout by year

2017–2026

'17'18'19'21'23'24'25'26
See full results

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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the All-Out Beat the Heat?

The All-Out Beat the Heat is held on Saturday, April 24, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the All-Out Beat the Heat take place?

It takes place in Westminster, Colorado.

What distances does the All-Out Beat the Heat offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K, 13.1 Miles.

Is the All-Out Beat the Heat course flat and good for a PR?

The All-Out Beat the Heat is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the All-Out Beat the Heat?

HalfRuns has finish records for 1,188 runners who have completed the All-Out Beat the Heat.

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