Annual High Country Toy Run Gears Up to Collect for Toys for Tots

Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, September 26, 2026 —

The 39th annual High Country Toy Run is set to take place on October 4th, marking another year of community support for the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. The event, organized for motorcycle riders, aims to collect new toys to distribute to children in need during the holiday season.

Scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., participants will embark on a scenic route designed to gather contributions. The starting point for the toy run is Pikes Peak Harley-Davidson. From there, riders will proceed to their final destination at the Phil Long Music Hall.

This charitable initiative has been a consistent fixture in the community for 39 years, highlighting a sustained commitment to supporting the Toys for Tots foundation. The program’s mission is to provide a message of hope to children facing adversity, ensuring they receive toys during Christmas and the holiday season.

The event relies on the participation of motorcycle enthusiasts and the generosity of the public to collect a significant number of toys. Organizers emphasize the importance of new, unwrapped toys as donations. Further details regarding specific collection points along the route or any associated activities at thePhil Long Music Hall were not provided in the summary.

The High Country Toy Run serves as a key fundraising and collection event, with its success directly contributing to the reach and impact of the Toys for Tots program in the local area. The timeline from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. allows ample time for riders to gather and participate in the organized procession.

Story summarized from the original created by Linda Navarro on gazette.com, see more information here.

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