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Pikes Peak Ascent

Sat September 19, 2026
Manitou Springs, CO 80829 US Directions

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Start Line

Info & Direction Guides

September 19, 2026

Details

These volunteers will be stationed at various points around Memorial Park and will provide information and directions to runners, volunteers, and spectators arriving at the race. These volunteers are key in keeping pedestrian traffic flowing.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Announcer's Assistants

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

The announcer's assistants will spot runners' bib numbers, access runners' information, and relay this information to the announcer.

Pikes Peak Summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, so volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit. Volunteers need to commit to their entire shift.

Location

Finish Line at the Summit of Pikes Peak

Start Line Assistants

September 19, 2026

Details

As the runners are anxiously awaiting the start of the race, Start Line Assistants will help direct and organize the runners into their assigned waves. Volunteers will also assist the wave sign holders by ensuring each wave of runners move forward towards the start line as the start of the race progresses.

Volunteers will also assist in the set up and take down of the start line barricades, and the posting of sponsor banners.

Location

Start Line on Manitou Avenue near Memorial Park

Start Line Wave Sign Holders

September 19, 2026

Details

Members of the start line team will hold signs for wave starts along the starting line. Volunteers will also assist the start line assistants by ensuring the waves of runners move forward towards the start line as the beginning of the race progresses.

Location

Race start line - Manitou Ave outside Memorial Park

Start Line Water

September 19, 2026

Details

Runners need to be well hydrated throughout the race and will be needed to help set up and prepare for water and Skratch distribution. Volunteers will fill cups and/or water bottles for the runners before the start of the race. After cheering on the runners, volunteers will then be responsible for cleanup of the area.

Location

Start line near Memorial Park

Sweat Check

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

This event offers a gear check service, as a courtesy, to all registered athletes. Responsibilities include collecting runners' gear bags, ensuring bags are correctly labeled with runners' bib numbers, and are securely closed. Bags will then be loaded into vehicles for transport to the summit.

Once the bags are on the summit, volunteers will organize and distribute them as runners complete the race. Volunteers may also be asked to assist in other areas during slow times.

Sweat Check at the finish line is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions. Light lifting may be required and the work area may be rocky and uneven. Volunteers must commit to their entire shift. Transportation to the summit is provided (personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit).

Location

1st shift - Start Line - Near Memorial Park and moving to Pikes Peak Summit
2nd shift - Pikes Peak Summit

Finish Line/Summit

Finish Line/Medal Distribution High Priority

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Bring your energy and excitement to this finish line assignment! Greet and congratulate runners as they cross the finish, presenting runners with their finisher medals, and keeping a close eye on them to determine who needs help and if that includes sitting down to rest or a trip to the medical area. Assist as needed.

Set up and take down, as well as cleanup of the area are also included in your responsibilities.

The position may require light lifting, and volunteers may be working on rocky and uneven terrain. Volunteers will also be asked to assist in other areas. Volunteers are asked to please be flexible and willing to rotate to other summit volunteer positions as the need arises. We need your multi-tasking talents.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

The summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Location

Pikes Peak Summit

Summit Parking Attendants

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Summit parking attendants will direct race spectators with Ascent specific parking passes to the designated Ascent spectator parking area. They will also direct public visitors with their 2-hour reservation passes to their specific parking area.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

The summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Location

Pikes Peak Summit

Summit Info & Direction Guides

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

The responsibilities of the summit guides include directing spectators, tourists, and the general public to designated areas to cheer on the runners. Guides will have a front row seat to watching runners finish and will also provide information and direct runners from the finish line area to the vans which will shuttle them down to the Glen Cove aid station.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

The summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Location

Pikes Peak Summit

Finish Line Marshals High Priority

September 19, 2026

Details

As a Marshal, your job is to keep the spectators at bay and to clear the path for runners to make their way, uninhibited, to their awaiting bags at sweat check and the delicious food to refuel. This is a very rocky and uneven terrain, so runners will need your help to safely make their way to the platform.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

The summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Location

Summit of Pikes Peak, Finish Line

Expo/Post Race Activities

Expo Vendor & Sponsor Support High Priority

September 17, 2026

September 19, 2026

Details

Expo festivities include the presence of vendors and sponsors who contribute to a celebratory atmosphere before and after the race. Volunteers will monitor parking spots reserved for unloading and loading before and after the Expo. They will also assist vendors and sponsors in unloading and moving supplies to their assigned booth locations.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Expo Info & Direction Guides

September 19, 2026

Details

Upon arrival at Memorial Park after completion of their race, runners will be anxious to pick up their finisher item and enjoy food and drink at the Expo. After greeting and congratulating the runners, volunteers will direct runners to the Expo area as well as provide general information and answer questions.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Finisher Shirt Distribution

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Your responsibilities include organizing and distributing finisher apparel to runners who have completed their race. Switching out sizes must be done after assigned shirts have been distributed.

Location

PPA/PPM Expo, Memorial Park

Runners' Food & Refreshments

September 19, 2026

Details

Runners need to rehydrate and re-energize after their race. Volunteers will set up the prep and service area providing hydration and nutrition, and serve food to the runners upon their return to Memorial Park. The area will also need to be taken down and cleaned up after the event.

Location

PPA/PPM Expo, Memorial Park

Beer Garden

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 17, 2026

September 18, 2026

September 19, 2026

Details

Many runners will be looking forward to celebrating their accomplishment with a cold beer. Beer Garden volunteers will be responsible for checking runners' wristbands, checking IDs, and assist in serving beer. Volunteers will also be responsible for the take down and clean up of the area.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Summit Parking Pass Pickup Medium Priority

September 17, 2026

September 18, 2026

September 19, 2026

Details

Volunteers will be handing out pre-purchased parking passes for the Pikes Peak Summit and Devil's Playground. You will ensure assigned passes are given to the correct individuals with a check of their ID.

Location

Memorial Park - 502 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829

Runner Results Kiosk

September 19, 2026

Details

Volunteers will be stationed at a printing kiosk to print result cards for runners and congratulate them on their accomplishment. Be a part of the post race party!

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Garden to Peak Tent Medium Priority

You must be 21-80 years old to volunteer for this task.

At least 4 more volunteers needed.

Details

Congratulate Garden to Peak runners with your cheery disposition as they make their way to the G2P appreciation tent, and serve them beverages.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Aid and Water Stations

Incline/Top of the Ws Aid/Water Station

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

This aid station is located approximately 1.9 trail miles up from the Barr Trail trailhead. All volunteers must be physically capable of hiking up Barr Trail (not the Incline) with a portion of Skratch and associated supplies, as well as carrying weather appropriate personal clothing. Here, they will provide hydration and encouragement to the runners. At the end of the day, trash must be carried back down the mountain. Pack it in, pack it out.

Location

Top of the W's - Pikes Peak

No Name Aid/Water Station

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Volunteers will be transported to and from the aid station where they will provide hydration and nutrition, as well as cheerful support for the runners. This aid station is located approximately 5 miles up Barr Trail. Volunteers need to commit to the entire shift.

Location

No Name - Pikes Peak

Barr Camp Aid/Water Station

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 18, 2026

Details

Barr Camp Aid Station is a three-day commitment and requires a full commitment from Friday afternoon to Sunday evening. This station is at 10,200 feet above sea level and involves hiking, lifting, and several hours on your feet
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Volunteers must be able to work at high altitude, hike in and out of the aid station (approx. 2 miles after 4WD transportation to an access point), and be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions. Tasks will include preparing aid station food, and setting up and breaking down the station. During the races we supply hydration and nutrition for runners and provide cheerful support.

Interested? You must contact teresaruns@hotmail.com for more information.

Location

Barr Camp - Pikes Peak

A-Frame Aid/Water Station

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 18, 2026

Details

This aid station is located at 12,000 feet and three miles from the summit of Pikes Peak. Volunteers must be able to work at high altitude, hike in and out of the aid station, as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions. Tasks will include supplying hydration and nutrition for runners and giving cheerful support.

Due to time required to set up and clean up the aid station, volunteers must be fully committed from Friday afternoon to Sunday evening.

Interested? You must contact Harper Johnson at hpjohnson87@gmail.com for more information.

Location

A-Frame - Pikes Peak

Cirque Aid/Water Station

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Volunteers will provide runners with water, Skratch, snacks, and cheerful support and encouragement.

This aid station is located approximately 1.3 trail miles down from the Summit at an elevation of 13,200 feet. All volunteers must be physically capable of hiking down the trail with a portion of food and necessary supplies, as well as carrying appropriate personal clothing and supplies. Volunteers must also be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

At the end of the day, trash must be carried back to the Summit. Assistance with hose removal may be requested.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit. Volunteers need to commit to their entire shift.

Location

Cirque - Pikes Peak

Summit Aid/Water Station

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Runners need to quickly rehydrate and re-energize after their challenging race. Volunteers will set up the aid station and provide hydration and nutrition, as well as share their excitement and energy to congratulate runners and acknowledge their great accomplishments.

Volunteers are asked to please be flexible and willing to rotate to other summit volunteer positions as the need arises. We need your multi-tasking talents.

This aid station is located at 14,115 feet elevation, so volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit. Volunteers need to commit to their entire shift.

Location

Summit - Pikes Peak

Glen Cove Aid/Water Station

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Glen Cove aid station volunteers will be transported half-way up Pikes Peak to their task location. Here they will set up the aid station area and provide hydration and nutrition to the runners as they wait to be bussed back to Memorial Park for the post-race celebration.

Glen Cove sits at about 12,000'. Volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Volunteers must commit to the entire shift.

Location

Glen Cove - Pikes Peak

Communications

Radio Status Keeper/DNF Bag Collector - Memorial Park High Priority

September 19, 2026

Details

Radio Status Keeper will manage the incoming radio calls from aid stations to report on-course runner status. Volunteers in this position must be able to communicate on a radio (training to be provided) and keep documentation of information coming in on a computer spreadsheet.

Documentation will include capturing bib numbers of runners who have turned around willingly due to not making the cutoff time, or for medical reasons. You will work with the Bag Collector who will assist with personally locating the turnaround runners' sweat check bags to ensure they have been transported from the Summit and received, by the Bag Collector, at Memorial Park. Bag Collector will be personally in charge of the DNF bags and returning them to their assigned Runner.

During slow moments, you may be asked to assist in other areas. Please be flexible with your availability.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Radio Status Keeper/DNF Bag Collector - Summit High Priority

September 19, 2026

Details

Radio Status Keeper will manage the incoming radio calls from aid stations to report on-course runner status. Volunteers in this position must be able to communicate on a radio (training to be provided) and keep documentation of information coming in on a computer spreadsheet.

Documentation will include capturing bib numbers of runners who have turned around willingly due to not making the cutoff time, or for medical reasons. You will work with the DNF Bag Collectors who will assist with personally locating the DNF runners' sweat check bags to ensure they have been transported from the Summit and received by the Memorial Park DNF Bag Collector. The DNF Bag Collectors will be personally in charge of the DNF Bags.

During slow moments, you may be asked to assist in other areas. Please be flexible with your availability.

The Summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions. Light lifting may be required and the work area may be rocky and uneven. Volunteers must commit to their entire shift. Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

Location

Summit of Pikes Peak

Merchandise

Merchandise Set-Up

September 17, 2026

Details

Be the first to get a glimpse of the Ascent and Marathon athletic apparel, gear, and memorabilia. Volunteers will set up and stock the merchandise displays before merchandise sales begin.

Location

PPA/PPM Expo tent, Memorial Park

Merchandise Sales

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 17, 2026

September 18, 2026

September 19, 2026

Details

If you possess a cheerful and helpful personality, consider volunteering for merchandise sales. Volunteers will assist customers, re-stock merchandise, and/or staff registers.

Location

PPA/PPM Expo Tent, Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Merchandise Inventory & Prep High Priority

September 14, 2026

September 15, 2026

Details

Your organization skills are highly valued in this position. You will assist with taking inventory of merchandise, as well as hanging and preparing it to be moved and set up at the park.

Location

441 Manitou Avenue, Ste 100

On Course Assistance

Sherpas

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Sherpas will carry equipment to specific points on the trail starting from the Summit and working down the trail. Volunteers must be in good shape, be able to carry 30 lbs. of equipment, and must be prepared for extreme conditions. Multiple hiking trips may be required during the shift.

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

The summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude as well as be prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Location

Pikes Peak Summit

Parking and Transportation

Transportation - NON-DRIVERS

September 19, 2026

Details

Do you like to drive? Appreciate a scenic routes? These volunteers will assist with the transportation of volunteers, runners, and supplies up and down the mountain.

For additional information, contact Brian Colopy at transportation@pikespeakmarathon.org

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Transportation - Drivers for Morning Volunteers High Priority

You must be 25-80 years old to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Early Birds! This job is for you! Transport volunteers from the designated volunteer parking lot to their meetup in Manitou Springs. They've got a big day ahead of them.

Location

Manitou Springs

Parking Attendant High Priority

September 19, 2026

Details

Do you like having authority? In this job, you will cheerfully monitor and ensure only volunteers have access to parking here.

Location

Dillon Parking lot, Manitou Springs

Volunteer Driver

June 20, 2026

Details

Early Birds! Come out and mingle with some lovely fun people. Spend your day transporting volunteers from their designated parking lot to Memorial Park so they can report for duty and begin their shifts. In addition, you will be returning volunteers to their vehicles in the designated lots.

Race Operations

The Whole Operations Bundle

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 7 more volunteers needed.

Details

If you are interested and can commit the time to volunteer for most or all of the Ascent and Marathon pre-race day, race day and, post-race day tasks (see Race Operations under the Ascent and Marathon races for additional tasks), you can sign up here for the Whole Operations Bundle.

The Race Operations Lead will contact volunteers with schedule details and offer flexible work shifts.

For additional information, contact the Race Operations Director at: operations@pikespeakmarathon.org

Location

Various

Race Day Operations - Base

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

A variety of tasks will keep volunteers busy throughout race day.

Tasks include but are not limited to:
- Set up of the start line
- Support Expo activities
- Move barricades and signage as needed
- Set up post-race celebration and awards ceremony
- Clean up Memorial Park Expo area throughout the day, and assist with shutting down the event

The Race Operations Lead will contact volunteers with schedule details and offer flexible work shifts.

For additional information, contact the Race Operations Lead at operations@pikespeakmarathon.org

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Race Day Operations - Summit

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 19, 2026

Details

Volunteers will work all day at high altitude and therefore must be in good physical condition.

Tasks include, but are not limited to:
   - Set up aid/water station
   - Via trucks, transport and unload supplies
   - Assist in set up of medical and timing areas
   - Assist runners as needed
   - Load/Clean up equipment and supplies as required

Transportation to the summit is provided. Personal vehicles are not allowed to be driven to the summit.

The Race Operations Lead will contact volunteers with schedule details and offer flexible work shifts.

The summit is located at 14,115 feet elevation, therefore volunteers should be acclimated to the altitude and prepared for possible extreme and changing weather conditions.

Location

Summit of Pikes Peak

Runners' Bibs

Packet Pick-Up

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

September 17, 2026

September 18, 2026

September 19, 2026

Details

After setting up the packet pick-up area, volunteers will distribute runners' race bibs and sweat/gear check bags. At the end of the day, the bibs will be securely stored and the area is cleaned up. Please note that all Saturday afternoon shifts will be Marathon supporting events.

Additionally, volunteers may be needed to place directional signs, assist runners in looking up their bib numbers, and answering questions.

Volunteers are asked to be flexible and willing to assist in other areas during slow moments.

Location

Memorial Park, Manitou Springs

Other

Volunteer Check In

September 19, 2026

Details

Greet volunteers as they arrive to support our runners. Volunteers' names will be checked as well as to whether their liability waivers have been signed. You will also hand out assigned volunteer shirts, provide wristbands, and direct volunteers to their task locations.

Location

Memorial Hall, Manitou Springs

Leads/Committee/Leadership

Minimum met.

Details

Leads, coordinators and staff who will be leading race activities during the Ascent are requested to register.

Medals & Packet Pickup Preparation High Priority

September 16, 2026

Details

Join a fun group of people for preparing and bundling medals for their big day, and matching and labeling bibs with their competitors' names. This requires attention to detail and organization as bibs are alphabetized into their proper bins so they are easily located during packet pickup.

Location

441 Manitou Avenue, Ste 100 Manitou Springs

Supporting Organizations

4X4 Club

September 18, 2026

September 19, 2026

Details

Volunteers must be a member of the 4X4 Club to assist in transporting volunteers to their positions on the mountain. Contact Jim Jenista at jjenista@aol.com to volunteer.

Kids on Bikes

At least 6 more volunteers needed.

Details

Volunteers must be a member of the Kids on Bikes organization to place mile markers on the race course. If interested, contact Emily Shields at 719-355-3573.

Location

Pikes Peak

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