Running Denver

10/17/2026

🍬 IT'S SHIRT REVEAL TIME! 👕

Here's a look at the official 2026 Great Candy Run race shirt!

For 2026, we're celebrating our Gummy Bear Guild theme with a colorful design featuring some very sweet running companions. 🐻🍬

And yes… your official race shirt is included with your entry!
So what are you waiting for?

Grab your spot, grab your crew and get ready to run sweet at the Great Candy Run! 🎉

🎟️ Register today! - https://thegreatcandyrun.com/

10/15/2026

🍂🏃‍♀️ Looking for some fun, seasonal races? Check out these upcoming events!

🌈 Leawood Color Run
🎨 This fundraiser supports Leawood Elementary students, teachers, and families through school improvements, classroom resources, school events, teacher appreciation, and assistance for families in need. ❤️

📅 Sunday, October 25
⏰ 9 AM–12 PM
📍 Clement Park, Shelters J, K & L

🎃 Ghosts & Goblins 5K
👻 Get into the Halloween spirit with a spooktacular race! Grab your friends and enjoy some festive fall miles. 🕸️

📅 Sunday, October 25
🏃 5K & 10K at 9 AM
📍 City Park, Denver

🏁 Ready to race? Register at https://halsports.net/!

10/14/2026

🍭🍩 A little sugar rush for National Dessert Day!

Sweeten the deal with 10% OFF your Great Candy Run entry when you use code DESSERTRUSH at checkout! 🎉

Whether you’re bringing the kids, gathering your friends or getting the whole family together, it’s the perfect excuse to add a little more fun to your calendar. 🏃‍♀️🍬

⏰ But don’t wait too long, this sweet deal is available for 48 HOURS ONLY! (14 - 15 Oct)

🎟️ Register now and save 10%! - https://thegreatcandyrun.com/

10/12/2026

⛰️☀️ What a beautiful day at Red Rocks! 🎉

A HUGE thank-you to everyone who joined us for the Run the Rocks 5K in Morrison! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💙 Thanks for showing up, putting in the miles, and raising funds for the American Lung Association! 💙🫁

👏 Way to ROCK it, everyone!

🏁 Check out your race results here:
https://sodisp.com/events/run-the-rocks-2026

10/08/2026

🗓 One month to go! 🍬

In exactly one month, Washington Park turns into Denver's Sweetest 5K. Candy, costumes, smiles and a finish-line celebration, all for the Fetal Health Foundation.

Run it, walk it or stroll it on Sunday, November 8. Gather your Candy Crew.

🎟 Enter now! https://thegreatcandyrun.com

10/07/2026

🏃‍♀️ Run the Rocks Packet Pickup is THIS THURSDAY! 🏃‍♂️

Get ready for race day! Stop by to pick up your Run the Rocks T-shirt and bib at:

📍 Denver B**r Co. – Littleton Taproom
2409 Main St, Littleton, CO 80120
📆 10/8
⏰ 4 to 7 PM

While you’re there, you can also purchase a VIP Upper North Lot parking permit. These limited permits are available in person only during packet pickup, so grab one while they last!

🚗 All other race parking lots are free and first-come, first-served.

See you Thursday! 🍻🏃‍♀️

10/06/2026

🍂🏃‍♀️ We’re SO excited for the final quarter of 2026! 🎉

Denver’s favorite races are lining up! 🔥

🪨 Run the Rocks
🍬 The Great Candy Run
🦃 Mile High United Way Turkey Trot
🥧 Feed Your Soul Turkey Trot
🎅 And then… Rundolph Ramble kicks off the Run Denver Series! 🏃‍♂️🎄

✨ And that’s not all! So many great races are still to come!

👉 Head to HAL Sports to see what’s on the calendar! 🏁💙 https://halsports.net/events/

10/03/2026

🍂🏃‍♀️ It’s race weekend! 🏃‍♂️🍂

We’ve got TWO great Colorado events coming up!

🦌 Saturday: Rut Run 5K in Estes Park
Run through beautiful fall scenery, enjoy the downhill course, and celebrate at Elk Fest! 🍁⛰️

💙 Sunday: Strides for Sierra 5K & 1K Fun Run in Arvada
A fun morning for runners and walkers, with family-friendly activities, food, vendors and more! 👟🎉

Plus, Colorado is serving up some pretty fantastic fall weather. ☀️🍂 Does it get better than this?

Race details here 👉

Hal Sports takes the "Crazy" out of Organizing Endurance Events. With 20 decades of experience, count on us to make your event amazing.

10/01/2026

🎉 The countdown is on for Denver's Sweetest 5K.

Just over a month until Washington Park fills with candy, costumes and smiles. Run it, walk it or stroll it, and celebrate together at the finish line, all for the Fetal Health Foundation.

Gather your Candy Crew for Sunday, November 8.

🎟 Enter now! https://thegreatcandyrun.com

Tag your crew and let's go 👇

09/30/2026

🍬 CHEW ON THIS! 🍬

It’s National Chewing Gum Day, so we’re celebrating the only way we know how… with a seriously sweet deal! 🎉

For 48 HOURS ONLY, get 10% OFF your Great Candy Run entry with code: BUBBLEDAY

That’s right, more candy, more fun, and a little less off the entry fee. 😉

⏰ Offer starts September 30 and is valid for 48 hours only.

Don’t let this one pop! 🫧

👉 Register now & save 10% - https://thegreatcandyrun.com/