The Strawberry Shortcut is entering its 50th year! Held during Strawberry Days, the Strawberry Shortcut offers a 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run. The race welcomes participants ranging from competitive runners, to those just looking to try something new. The Shortcut is a long-standing Glenwood Springs tradition and a great way to get active in the fresh mountain air. There are cash prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places for men's and women's overall winners for the 5K and 10K race. Discounts and Early Registration Early Bird Registration opens on May 1st, 2026. Registration is available online until June 16th at 4pm. Participants can also register in person at the Bank of Colorado on a TBD date and on race day. Register online before June 1st for Early Bird pricing! Early Bird pricing ends June 1st at midnight. Individuals that sign up for all three races (10K, Willey 5K, Nancy Mile) get a $25 discount at checkout!
Hotels Near This Race
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 21.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Glenwood Springs, CO.
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
