17TH ANNUAL DENVER VETERANS DAY RUN, FESTIVAL AND PARADE
HOSTED BY COLORADO VETERANS PROJECT
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2026 Denver City Park
Celebrating the bravery and sacrifice of our veterans and building community
2026 DENVER VETERANS DAY 5K/10K RUN RUCK Sponsored by
Called “Denver’s Race for Veterans” On Saturday, November 14, 2026, CVP Hosts a 5K/10K Run and 10K Rippetoe Ruck! Learn more or register today!
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TENATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
6:30 AM Vendor Setup Begins
7:30 AM Run Registration Open
8:15 AM Opening Remarks
8:30 AM 10k Ruck Start
9:00 AM 10k Run/Walk Start
9:15 AM 5k Run/Walk Start
9:30 AM Festival and Beer Garden Opens
10:15 AM Run/Ruck Finisher Awards
10:25 AM Route All-Clear for Parade (Runners Complete)
10:30 AM Parade Starts
12:00 PM Parade Ends / Live Music at Festival Begins
2:00 PM Last Call (Beer Garden)
2:30 PM Festival Ends
3:30 PM Festival Grounds Cleared
Every year Denver comes together to celebrate its local and national heroes.
On November 14,2026 the Colorado Veterans Project hosts Denver Veterans Day!
Join us! You do not want to miss out on this Patriotic commemoration celebrating and honoring our nations heros!
The Denver Veterans Day Run, Parade and Festival is held to celebrate and honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Our origins stem from a passion to recognize the sacrifices made by our veterans, create a vibrant community event where we can come together in gratitude and support the mission to help Veterans in Colorado create economic vitality through career advancement and entrepreneurship.
This event supports the mission of Colorado Veterans Project focused on supporting Veterans and Transitioning Active Duty in the pursuit of vibrant careers, meaningful employment, and successful entrepreneurship to continue a meaningful life full of purpose and fulfillment.
Our event involves collaboration with veteran and military focused organizations with the support and collaboration of the City of Denver, ensuring a heartfelt and engaging celebration.
Discover more about the host - Colorado Veterans Project