About Boogie's Buddy Race:
In 2026, we will celebrate 40 Years of Boogie’s Buddy Race— An Aspen Tradition!
Anniversary Race
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Join us in celebrating four decades of one of Aspen’s most beloved holiday traditions, Boogie’s Buddy Race!
For 40 years, runners, families, and furry friends have gathered in Aspen to kick off the 4th of July with purpose and community spirit.
Bring your family, your friends, and your
four-legged companions, and be part of this iconic Aspen tradition!
Stay tuned for 2026 details!
2025 Location
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Rio Grande Park
427 Rio Grande Pl. Aspen, CO 81611​
2025 Race Start Times
5 Mile Race:
8:00 am
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5K Race:
8:05 am
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1-mile Family and Canine Run/Walk
9:00 am
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Race timing provided by CJ Sports Timing
2025 Prices and Registration
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Early-Bird Pricing from May 1st-31st
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$55/individual
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June 1- July 3rd: $70/individual
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Day of Race: $85/individual
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Family Fun Run:
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$150/family (only)
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(6 person limit)​
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Register on July 4:​
* Online registration for 5k and 5-mile races closes at 7:00 AM on July 4, there will be no
in-person registrations on race day
* Only Family Fun Run will be allowed to register from 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM on race day, please note this race does not provide timing
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Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to kick off your Fourth of July holiday?
Join hundreds of runners, families, and furry friends at Rio Grande Park for one of Aspen’s most beloved holiday traditions. Whether you're running the 5K, challenging yourself with the 5-mile, or strolling the 1-mile Family and Canine Fun Run, there’s something for everyone.
All proceeds benefit the Buddy Program’s youth mentoring initiatives across the Roaring Fork Valley.
Plus, the race is family and pet-friendly, so bring along your little ones and furry friends.
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Get ahead of the crowds!
Pick up your bib and t-shirt ahead of race day.
You can pick up your t-shirt at the race or come by our registration tables at the locations below to pick up your race t-shirt and bib ahead of time!
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In Basalt, Sunday, June 29
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When: Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
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Location: Basalt Sunday Market
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The Market is adjacent to Lions Park on Midland Spur Road, in downtown Basalt.
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In Aspen, Thursday, July 3
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When: Thursday, July 3, 2025, from 9:00 am- 6:00 pm
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Location: Wagner Park, in front of The Crepe Shack
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In Aspen, Friday, July 4
When: Friday, July 4, 2025, from 7:00 am- 8:00 am
Location: Rio Grande Park
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T-shirt sizes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so come to an early pick-up date!
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