WITNESS THE 2025 RACE TO THE CLOUDS
EXTEND YOUR STAY TO EXPERIENCE COLORADO SPRINGS
4/9/2025
Colorado Springs, CO — The 103rd Running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, presented by Gran Turismo, is right around the corner on June 22nd.
With 70 top drivers, including 2024 King of the Mountain, Romain Dumas, fourth-generation racer, Loni Unser, and 23 Colorado-based drivers, there are plenty of stories ready to unfold. Cheer on your favorite as you watch these drivers pursue glory at the 14,115′ pinnacle of America’s Mountain.
If this iconic motorsports event has been on your bucket list, 2025 is the year to make it happen. Tickets are going fast, so plan your getaway now, and be a part of the action and the excitement in June!
Beyond the Race to the Clouds, there is so much to love about visiting Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs and the surrounding region.
PIKES PEAK – AMERICA’S MOUNTAIN
Why do so many visitors come to Pikes Peak? The reasons vary with the seasons, but reaching the summit is spectacular any time of year. Skyler Rorabaugh, Manager at Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, shared some highlights and fun facts from the mountain in 2024:
Couples who said “I do” on the mountain: 22 (One tied the knot during PPIHC)
Top license plate sightings (other than Colorado): Texas, California, Florida
Estimated number of times a marmot has been called a ‘groundhog’ or ‘prairie dog’: 200,000 (Might not be accurate, but feels right.)
Snowy days on Pikes Peak in June: Five
Number of vehicles with hot brakes (registering 300+ degrees) in July: 6,127
Average lifespan of a donut after purchase: Under two minutes
Summit visitors who witnessed a spectacular sunrise at 14,115′: 731
CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS
PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES
“The annual Race to the Clouds on Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is a thrill we eagerly anticipate every year,” offered Britt Haley, Director of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services.
“Fan Fest brings our community downtown and offers spectators the unique opportunity to meet the drivers and get an up-close look at their racecars, creating excitement and energy as we honor this 103-year-old tradition. As drivers tackle the challenging turns and steep ascents of the Pikes Peak Highway, we celebrate their skills against the breathtaking backdrop of the majestic mountain. It’s a proud moment for the City of Colorado Springs, showcasing both our stunning landscapes and adventurous competitors who dare to conquer them.”
VISIT COS
“Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is iconic for many reasons like the Cog Railway, the accessibility of the summit, and the famous high-altitude donuts,” said Doug Price, President and CEO of Visit Colorado Springs. “Every June, the Race to the Clouds reminds our visitors and locals just how special Pikes Peak is as they watch one of the greatest and oldest motorsports challenges in the country take place.”
PIKES PEAK REGION ATTRACTIONS
“We are blessed with an abundance of incredible geology here in the Pikes Peak Region, which creates an urban / wilderness blend not found anywhere else in the US,” shared PK McPherson, Executive Director, Pikes Peak Region Attractions.
“You can meet for brunch then hit a hiking trail within ten minutes, and completely escape the sounds of the city. You can drive the course for the second oldest car race in the country and stop to fish along the way. With Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, Broadmoor Seven Falls, and the Royal Gorge within an hour’s drive of each other, not to mention the incredible man-made attractions, we have something that will appeal to everyone.”
DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP
“Fan Fest Downtown is such a popular and well-loved way for people to celebrate the marvel that is the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb,” said Carrie Simison, Director of Marketing and Communications for the Downtown Partnership. “Everyone loves meeting the drivers, checking out the high-flying FMX show and getting together with thirty five thousand of their closest friends in a race-inspired block party held in the heart of Colorado Springs.”
“It’s awesome that the Hill Climb brings so many people Downtown for Fan Fest where they can discover all of the great restaurants, shops, and entertainment, and come back to all summer long,” Simison continued. “Downtown is the perfect place to enjoy patio dining, discover public art, and experience unique entertainment and events. Like Humphrey Bogart said in Casablanca, we hope this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship!”
COLORADO SPRINGS AIRPORT – COS
“As the Official Airport of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, COS is proud to serve as the gateway to Colorado’s stunning landscapes and premier events,” shared Aidan Ryan, Marketing and Communications Manager, Colorado Springs Airport.
“Our easy, convenient, and welcoming experience for visitors traveling to this iconic motorsports competition, is second to none. With the growth we’ve achieved, we continue to enhance the travel experience for our passengers.”
ABOUT THE PIKES PEAK INTERNATIONAL HILL CLIMB
First staged in 1916, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is the second oldest race in America. The invitation-only event, often referred to as The Race to the Clouds is held annually near the end of June on Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, near Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. The famous 12.42-mile (20 km) course consists of 156 turns, boasts an elevation gain of 4,725 feet (1,440 m), and reaches a finish line at 14,115 feet (4,302 m) above sea level. The PPIHC’s six race divisions feature a wide variety of vehicles – from production-based Time Attack challengers to purpose-built Open Wheel racers and state-of-the-art Unlimited vehicles. The current race record was set in 2018 by Romain Dumas and Volkswagen in the all-electric I.D. R Pikes Peak – 07:57.148.
Contact:
Lisa Haight
Communications Manager and Historian
Lisa@ppihc.org
(719) 685-4400
www.ppihc.org
Photo Credit: PPIHC – Larry Chen, Luis Garcia, Jason Zindroski.
Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, Visit COS, Downtown Partnership, City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services.
