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The Denver 5k

Denver, Colorado · Saturday, September 12, 2026

The The Denver 5k is a 5k and running event held on Saturday, September 12, 2026. It is located at Utica Street & West 17th Ave in Denver, Colorado.

Date
Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 8:50 AM
Location
Utica Street & West 17th Ave
Denver, Colorado
80204
United States
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THE Denver 5k! Denver's Iconic Sloan Lake is the setting for the return of 'THE Denver 5k'. Celebrate with friends and family as you race around the lake in the shadow of Denver's skyline. Group pricing applies; youth and senior pricing are offered as well! Held at the start of September, THE Denver 5k is the perfect 'cool down' to the racing season!

Overall awards will be awarded based on gun time. All other awards (including age group awards) and rankings will (based on CHIP times.

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