A Sesquicentennial Celebration for Colorado’s 150th Anniversary
The First-Ever Stego Stampede
A Family Fun Run, Walk & Paleo ArtFest
Plan Your Stampede
Sunday, September 27, 2026
9am – Stego Stampede begins
9am–3pm – Paleo ArtFest
Location
Dinosaur Ridge Visitor Center
16831 W. Alameda Parkway
Morrison, CO 80465
Registration Pricing
$35 – Ages 13+
$25 – Ages 12 & under
$10 – Toddlers
Free – Well-behaved dogs & babies
The Event
Celebrate Colorado’s 150th anniversary with a 2.2-mile family-friendly run, walk, or stroll along Dinosaur Ridge. Dress up in your favorite dinosaur costume, enjoy photo opportunities, and stay afterward for the Paleo ArtFest, food trucks, music, and free admission to the exhibit hall as part of SCFD Free Day.
At a Glance
- 2.2-mile Fun Run/Walk
- TriceraTOTs Trot (Kids Fun Run)
- Paleo ArtFest
- All Ages Welcome
- Leashed Dogs Welcome
- Food Trucks & Local Artists
- Costumes Encouraged
- SCFD Free Day
Why You’ll Love the Stego Stampede
The Stego Stampede is more than a fun run—it’s a community celebration of Colorado’s 150th anniversary, Dinosaur Ridge’s remarkable fossil history, and the people who help preserve it. Whether you’re chasing a personal goal, dressing up with friends, or bringing the whole family, you’ll experience one of Colorado’s most unique outdoor events.
Run Through Deep Time
Follow a scenic 2.2-mile route through Dinosaur Ridge, passing world-famous dinosaur tracks and fossil discoveries. Experience Deep Time with every step.
Explore the Paleo ArtFest
Discover artwork from local paleo artists while enjoying food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities. Stay after the run and make a day of your Dinosaur Ridge adventure.
Costumes Welcome
Dress as your favorite dinosaur, decorate your stroller, or bring your pup in prehistoric style. Costume contests and photo opportunities make the event fun for all ages.
Support Dinosaur Ridge
Every registration helps protect fossils, expand educational programs, and support scientific research while preserving Dinosaur Ridge for future generations to come.
Ready to Join the Stampede?
Run, walk, or form a team to celebrate Colorado’s 150th anniversary while helping preserve Dinosaur Ridge for future generations.
Registration Includes:
Collectible Event T-shirt
Costume Contest Entry
Door Prize Eligibility
Free Exhibit Hall Admission (SCFD Free Day)
Become a Founding Sponsor
Sponsorship Opportunities
As a Founding Sponsor, your organization will help launch an instant classic for hundreds of community members and many more online followers!
Stego Sponsor
$5,000 or $3,000 + 25 paid team registrations
At the Event
- Premium 10’x10’ booth at post-race Paleo ArtFest
- Recognition announcement at the Starting Platform
- Exclusive logo placement on official race bib
- Primary logo placement on back of race t-shirt
- Four Start/Finish banners (dominant positioning, both sides)
- Event signage throughout the course & Paleo ArtFest
Year-Round Visibility
- Top-tier placement on registration website
- Featured across Dinosaur Ridge social media & website
- Highlighted in August & September Dino Ridge On Track newsletters
- Recognition in 2026 Annual Report
Exclusive VIP Experience
Enjoy private after-hours access to the new Deep Time Detour exhibition, complete with refreshments.
Allosaurus Sponsor
$2,500 or $1,500 + 20 paid team registrations
At the Event
- Logo placement on official race bib
- Recognition announcement at the Starting Platform
- Secondary logo placement on race T-shirt
- Two Start/Finish banners (one per side)
- Event signage & course presence
Year-Round Visibility
- Recognition on registration website
- Featured across Dinosaur Ridge social media & website
- Featured in the September On Track newsletter
- Recognition in the 2026 Annual Report
Exclusive VIP Experience
Enjoy a private guided group tour of Dinosaur Ridge, complete with snacks.
Triceratops Sponsor
$1,000 or $500 + 10 paid team registrations
At the Event
- Logo placement on official race bib
- Branding on the TriceraTOTs Trot T-shirt or giveaway item
- Logo placement on adult race T-shirt
- Recognition announcement at the Starting Platform
- Event signage
Year-Round Visibility
- Sponsor thank-you on Dinosaur Ridge social media & website
- Sponsor thank-you in September On Track newsletter
Exclusive VIP Experience
Enjoy a guided bus tour of Dinosaur Ridge for up to 14 guests.
Dino Hydration & Fossil Finder Sponsor
$500 or $250 + 5 paid team registrations
At the Event
- Branding at hydration stations & Fossil Finder stops
- Signage at the race turnaround point
- Recognition announcement at the Starting Platform
- Signage throughout the race course & Paleo ArtFest
Year-Round Visibility
- Sponsor thank-you on Dinosaur Ridge social media & website
- Sponsor thank-you in September On Track newsletter