Whether you're racing for a medal, a meaningful cause, or simply the post-race snacks, Colorado is full of fun events that get the whole community moving! From family-friendly fun runs to scenic trail races and charity bike rides, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy the outdoors while supporting local organizations.
Whatever event catches your eye, be sure to plan ahead and squeeze in a little training so you can cross that finish line with a smile!
Colorado Virtual Distance Fall Challenge: Colorado 150 Challenge
Setpember 1 - October 31, 2026
The more you run/walk/hike/bike, the more you earn during this challenge!
SEPTEMBER |
9/11 Stair Climb
Friday, September 11, 2026
Red Rocks Ampitheatre
18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465
Together with Tanzania 5K
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Saint Peter Lutheran Church
9300 East Belleview Ave, Englewood, CO 80111
12th Annual Nun Run
Sunday, September 13, 2026
deKoevend Park
6301 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO 80121
Healthy Kids Running Series
Sunday, September 13,20 and 27, 2026
Rosamond Park
8051 Quincy Ave, Denver, CO US 80237
Denver 9/11 Heroes Run
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Great Lawn Park
101 Yosemite St, Denver, CO 80230
Walk with Autism (NEW)
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Berkley Lake Park
4601 W 46th Ave, Denver, CO US 80212
OCTOBER |
Sketchers Hot Chocolate Run
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Washington Park
701 S Franklin St, Denver, CO 80209
Michael J Fox Foundation Run/Walk Series
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Great Lawn Park
101 Yosemite St, Denver, CO 80230
Healthy Kids Running Series
Sunday, October 4 and 11, 2026
Rosamond Park
8051 Quincy Ave, Denver, CO US 80237
Komen Colorado MORE THAN PINK Walk
Saturday, October 17, 2026
City Park
2001 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205
DU Crimson Classic 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Carnegie Green, University of Denver
2150 East Evans Avenue, Denver, CO US 80208
Hoofin' It Through the Hollows 5K (NEW)
Saturday, October 24, 2026
deKovened Park
6315 S University Blvd, Centennial, CO 80122
Monster Dash
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Sloan's Lake Park
1700 N Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO 80212
Ghosts & Goblins 5K/10K
Sunday, October 25, 2026
City Park
2001 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205
Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Piney Creek Hollow Park
6140 S Tower Rd,Centennial, 80016
