Race Through The Telluride Box Canyon And Raise Money For Telluride Adaptive Sports Program

Blisters & Brews 5k Fundraiser Race

"Run, Walk and Roll"

Blisters & Brews is a 5k Fundraiser Race on the morning of Saturday, September 16, giving attendees the opportunity to exercise before the Festival even starts. Presented by the Telluride Blues Society, the 5k Race will raise money for the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of dear festival friend Felix Snow.

The course begins in Elks Park and climbs up the bike path to Pandora Mine and returns along the same route. Racers will follow Colorado Avenue east and pick up the river trail, climbing to the Pandora mine. Racers will turn around and enjoy cruising down to the finish at Elks Park. Two aid stations will provide water electrolytes and snacks.

Through registration fees, donations and the generous support of the Telluride community, we were honored to be able to raise over $7,500 for the Telluride Adaptive Ski Program since the start of the program. We're looking forward to another amazing year of support.

Don't want to run, but want to support? Non-athletic support donations are also available.

Dates & Times

Friday, September 15

4:00 - 6:00 pm - Race Registration and Bib Pick-Up at Boot Doctors (236 S Oak St)

Saturday, September 16

7:15 - 8:00 am - Race Registration and Bib Pick-Up at Elks Park (Colorado Ave and Oak Street). We are not able to accept on-site registrations after 8:00 am.

8:30 am - 5k Race Start

9:30 am - Race Awards Ceremony

10:00 am - Free Yoga Sessions at Elks Park (Colorado Ave and Oak Street)

The Course

The course begins in Elks Park and climbs up the bike path to Pandora Mine and returns along the same route. Racers will follow Colorado Avenue east and pick up the river trail, climbing to the Pandora mine. Racers will turn around and enjoy cruising down to the finish at Elks Park. Two aid stations will provide water electrolytes and snacks.


About Telluride Adaptive Sports Program

Challenge, Inspire and Empower

TASP provides outdoor therapeutic recreation to individuals with disabilities promoting independence and personal growth.

The Telluride Adaptive Sports Program is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of people with disabilities by providing educational and recreational opportunities that develop life skills, encourage personal growth, and promote independence. TASP offers adaptive skiing, rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, cycling clinics and a whole host of other activities that allow students to participate on an equal level with their family and friends in a safe, fun, outdoor environment. These challenging activities catalyze our students’ ability to become more active, productive members of their communities.