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Colorado springs, Colorado 80921

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CO 150 Pack Burro Racing hosted by The Colorado Sun

Thursday, July 30, 2026
7:00 pm10:00 pm

*WMMI will be attending this event, it is hosted by The Colorado Sun*

Are you curious about the history behind Colorado’s pack burro racing sport? Or are you considering a new challenge that’s also unique?

Join The Colorado Sun at Mountain Chalet in downtown Colorado Springs for a conversation on Colorado’s official state heritage sport: Pack Burro Racing, when a runner pairs with a burro to navigate historic trails with hundreds of feet of elevation changes.

The event is part of The Colorado Sun’s Colorado 150 series looking at the people, places and events that have shaped the state since its founding.

Meet people who train burros, the history of the sport and the secret to running with these intelligent and very stubborn creatures.

  • Ryan B.

    Showed up for STEM event and left a fan. This museum is not like any other mining museum i had been to. I working blacksmith and stamp mill was a pleasant touch. Flourscent Blacklight Mineral room is also a winner. Its an affordable and educational experience that is worth the value.

Western Museum of Mining & Industry
225 North Gate Blvd
Colorado springs, Colorado 80921
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