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Best 5K Races in Denver, CO

Mile High City sunshine, mountain panoramas, and crisp Rocky Mountain air.

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Upcoming Denver 5K Races

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In 27 Days Flat & Fast PR

Denver Mile High Sunshine 5K

Tue, Oct 6, 2026
City Park Denver - Pavilion Lawn, Denver, CO

Crisp mountain air, blooming park flowers, and iconic reflections of the downtown skyline in Ferril Lake.

#Scenic Park#Flat & Fast#Dog Friendly $35
In 62 Days

Denver Foothills Trail & Road 5K

Tue, Nov 10, 2026
Bear Creek Lake Park, Denver, CO

Just 15 minutes from Red Rocks Amphitheatre, this friendly course features compacted gravel trails with panoramic Rocky Mountain views.

#Scenic Park#Charity#Trail & Road $40
Local Runner Knowledge Base

Running in Denver: Trails, Weather & Tips

Denver boasts over 300 days of sunshine a year. At 5,280 feet altitude, races in City Park, Washington Park, and Sloan Lake offer scenic mountain backdrops and wide, well-maintained pedestrian paths.

Top Training Trails in Denver
  • Washington Park Loop (2.25 miles)
  • Cherry Creek Regional Trail
  • City Park Perimeter Loop
  • Sloan Lake Trail
Weather & Race Day Advice

At 5,280 ft elevation, give yourself an extra 30-45 seconds per mile during your first 2 weeks. Drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen.

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