Pikes Peak Hill Climb moves from June to August

Pikes Peak finish line
Pikes Peak finish line

The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb announced Thursday that its 98th running would be moved from June 28 to Aug. 30 because of the safety of our fans, competitors, partners and volunteers." A revised schedule will be released on the race’s website.

“We know this race is iconic and tremendously important to the auto racing world and our community, but the safety and health of everyone involved is our top priority," Pikes Peak International Hill Climb executive director Megan Leatham said in a statement.