Experience the charm of Aurora like never before! Join us for a chip-timed adventure through the city's most picturesque historic streets. Choose your challenge: 5K Main Event • Saturday, August 8 at 7:30 AM • Wind through scenic landmarks • Professional chip timing • Perfect for runners and walkers alike! Kids' 1K Fun Run • Kicks off at 8:30 AM • Let the little champions shine! • Chip-timed for that authentic race experience Registration Fees: • 5K Run/Walk: $35 • Kids' 1K Fun Run: Free Last-Minute Warriors: Same-day registration opens at 6:00 AM (Note: Race shirts are NOT guaranteed) Want to be part of the action behind the scenes? We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers! Questions? Ready to volunteer? Contact your race director: Ronan Feely.
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2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K 2026 — Aurora, OR
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Aurora, OR.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
