The Trail Running Film Festival is coming to town this spring, bringing an evening of adventure, storytelling, and community to Whitetooth Brewing Co. on Thursday, May 21.
Running from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., the event, hosted by Small Town Race Series and Selkirk Slacker Ultra, will showcase a series of short films celebrating trail and ultra running culture.
The travelling festival tours extensively across Canada and the United States, with stops this year in communities ranging from Vancouver and Canmore to Seattle, Austin, and Bozeman. Golden is one of many mountain towns included on the tour, highlighting the strong connection between trail running and places like ours.
At its core, the festival aims “to celebrate running as a universal practice to explore our collective and individual potential and pursue our wildest dreams.” Organizers say the event is about more than just film. It is about documenting the culture of trail running, supporting filmmakers and creatives, and creating spaces that bring people together.
The films highlight themes of resilience, creativity, and connection to the natural world. Through storytelling and striking visuals, audiences can experience the challenges and rewards of moving through wild landscapes.
“This special film night celebrates running as a universal practice, one that helps us explore both our collective and individual potential, connect with wild places, and pursue our boldest dreams,” the event description reads.
Hosting the event in Golden reflects the strength of our local trail community. Events like this bring out the artistic side of adventure sports like trail running and are interesting to those who may not even trail run themselves.
Whether you are a seasoned ultra runner, a weekend trail explorer, or simply someone who enjoys a good story, the evening is designed to be welcoming and inspiring.
Residents are encouraged to grab tickets in advance through trailfilmfest.com and attend the screening at Whitetooth Brewing Co. on May 21 for a night that celebrates the spirit of trail running and community.
