TOYOTA PRESENTS
Denver Veterans Day Run
HOSTED BY COLORADO VETERANS PROJECT
Sunday, November 8, 2020 • 8:00 am • City Park
Recognized as Denver’s official run for Veterans, this is a memorial 5K & 10K fun run that is open to runners, joggers, walkers, kids of all ages, and dogs are always welcome. ALL proceeds of your registration (and donations!) goes directly to helping Colorado Veterans. The Denver Veterans Day Run is hosted by Colorado Veterans Project, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that hosts special events in order to raise awareness and funds for local Veteran organizations. Our mission is to enhance pride and patriotism in all Coloradans by building a stronger, more supportive community around our Veterans.
We are proud to announce that Toyota is our presenting sponsor again this year! Brand new Toyota Tacomas and Tundras will be on display at the Run.
Registration
5K Civilian
5K Veteran
10K Civilian
10K Veteran
* Kids 12 & Under can participate for FREE without T-shirt, medal, timing bib, or race bag. *
Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge (10K Only)
Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge
Want to show your true motivation and dedication in our toughest competition yet? Test your mettle this year with the Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge. Bring a 25-pound ruck or backpack to the event and race against some of Denver’s toughest competitors on the 10K route. Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge champion will be awarded a special prize.
This competition is in honor of Army Capt. Russell B. Rippetoe, who attended Metro State College in Denver and ROTC. A member of the 75th Ranger Regiment, he was killed in action on April 3, 2003 serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Read More >
Pre-Registration Includes:
- Exclusive Race T-Shirt
- Finisher Medal
- Timing Bib
Denver Veterans Day Run Schedule
| 6:30 – 7:30 AM | Registration Open |
| 7:45 AM | Presentation of Colors & National Anthem |
| 8:00 AM | 10K Start |
| 8:05 AM | 5K Start |
| 8:10 AM | 10K Rucksack Start |
| 10:15 AM | Awards Ceremony |
Day-Of Registration
After online registration ends, participants may still register day-of. Day-of Participants are guaranteed a Timing Bib only. Race T-shirts and Finisher Medals will be available on a first-come first-served basis until supplies run out. We strongly encourage everyone to PRE-REGISTER online!
FAQ
- Exclusively designed T-shirt
- Finisher’s Medal
- Timing Bib
- Race Bag
We strongly encourage everyone to pre-register online so that we can be sure to have enough items for everyone. Although we try our best to anticipate final numbers, we cannot guarantee that Day-of registrants will receive all of the above mentioned items–it will be first come, first served–but they will definitely receive a timing bib.
Packet Pickup for Pre-registered participants will be held Saturday, November 10th at the Denver Veterans Day Festival in Civic Center Park (next to the Colorado Veterans Project booth) from 12 to 3 pm. Come by and pick up your Bib & T-shirt so you can beat any lines at Registration on Sunday! You can also pick up packets at Registration on Sunday.
Yes – In order to more accurately gauge the number of T-shirts, medals, and race bags, we urge everyone to sign up before prices increase by $5.00 on October 22nd. This is the first year we are doing a price increase, but this will help us provide enough swag without wasting money and resources (we are a non-profit after all!)
5K Route
This scenic 5K route takes you on a tour of City Park, going around Ferril Lake, next to the Denver Zoo, Martin Luther King Memorial, and showcasing great views of the City Park Pavilion and foothill mountains. Both routes will end where they began, where participants can enjoy the Vendor/Expo Area after the race. On this completely paved route, you can enjoy a leisurely stroll or a fast-paced USATF-certified race!
10K Route
Our 10K route is double the fun of the 5K – because it’s a simple 2-lap course! Enjoy the twice-as-nice views of Duck Lake, Ferril Lake, Denver Zoo, Martin Luther King Memorial, and the City Park Pavilion. After your first lap, the second will be a breeze since you’ll know exactly what’s coming! Enjoy a leisurely stroll or a fast-paced USATF-certified race. Both routes will end where they began, where participants can enjoy the Vendor/Expo Area after the race.
Click below to view a downloadable/printable PDF of the routes:
Expo Vendor Application Form
Run Vendor Applications will be open later this year!
Sponsors
Denver Veterans Day Run Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSOR
OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNER
OTHER SUPPORTERS
Are you interested in a great opportunity that will both benefit our local veteran community, and also help market your brand? Individuals, organizations, or businesses interested in sponsoring or participating in the Denver Veterans Day Festival should contact Rob Bingham. We thank you for your support!