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The #1 community for those that love the sport of putting one foot in front of the other. Denver Runners, This community is about you! And what makes you tick.

Did you find a new route to run that is simply breathtaking? Did you find the perfect 3.1 mile loop from your office? Do you want a running partner? Do you want to run a really fun race that benefits a great cause? Do you love your new shoes? Have compression sleeves changed your life? Are you getting ready to run your first 5K? We want to know about it and so do hundreds or even thousands of other running enthusiasts in Denver! This site is user content driven. (um, so what does that mean??) It means that we want you to share your thoughts and ideas. Ask your questions. Share your recommendations for places to run, races to do and gear to try. Whatever is on your mind about running in Denver – the 4th fittest major city in the US according to Men’s Fitness in 2014. We’ve got great parks, awesome trails, abundant sunshine and thousands of events – who doesn’t want to get out and put in some miles?! We’ve got a forum for sharing. We’ve got a guest blog (with some pretty kick ass guests!). We have a Map My Run feature that allows you to get and make recommendations on routes. We have a calendar of events. We have a link to results for events you’ve done. It’s all here. Running Denver.

11/03/2026

🦃 GIVE THANKS. GET MOVING. FEED YOUR SOUL!

Start your Thanksgiving season with a little movement and a lot of community spirit!

The Feed Your Soul Turkey Trot 5K is coming to Prospect Park in Wheat Ridge. Bring your friends and family and make it part of your holiday tradition.

📅 Saturday, November 21 | 9 AM
📍 Prospect Park, Wheat Ridge, CO

A great way to kick off the holiday season! Register at https://halsports.net/

11/02/2026

🎉 One week to go!

This Sunday, Washington Park becomes Denver's Sweetest 5K. Candy, costumes, the free Kids Fun Run and a finish-line celebration, all for the Fetal Health Foundation and a fun time!

Last chance to join in: Gather your Candy Crew.

🎟 Enter now! https://thegreatcandyrun.com

11/02/2026

🍬 WHO SAYS YOU HAVE TO BE A RUNNER TO HAVE A GREAT TIME?

At The Great Candy Run, you can run, walk, skip, dance or simply enjoy the fun!

It's a morning made for the whole family, with:

🍭 Finish Line Candy Village
🎶 Music and entertainment
🏅 Finisher medal
🎭 Costume contest
👟 FREE Jolly Rancher Kids Fun Run for children 8 and under!

And there's an even sweeter reason to join us: every registration benefits the Fetal Health Foundation, supporting families facing a fetal diagnosis.

📅 Sunday, November 8 | 9 AM
📍 Washington Park, Denver

One week to go! Gather your Candy Crew and register today. thegreatcandyrun.com

11/01/2026

🥧 RUN FIRST. PIE AFTER. 🏃

Looking for a fun way to work up an appetite before Thanksgiving? The Pumpkin Pie 5K & 10K is coming to Denver!

Whether you're chasing a personal best or just enjoying a fall morning outdoors, there's a distance for you.

📅 Saturday, November 21 | 9 AM
📍 City Park, Denver

Choose your distance and join the fun! Register at https://halsports.net/

10/31/2026

🎃🍬 Happy Halloween, Candy Crew!
Love dressing up for Trick or Treat?

Keep it going.
In just over a week you can bring your costume to Denver's Sweetest 5K.
Go solo, go as a family or go all out as a crew for the costume contest.
Sunday, November 8 at Washington Park, all for the Fetal Health Foundation .

🎟 Register now! https://thegreatcandyrun.com

Tag who you're dressing up with 👇

10/31/2026

🎃 HALLOWEEN IS HERE, BUT THE SWEET FUN ISN'T OVER YET! 🍬

Still looking for an excuse to wear that costume? We've got you covered!

The Great Candy Run is just EIGHT DAYS AWAY! Join us at Washington Park for a morning of candy, costumes, music and family fun.

Plus, every registration supports the Fetal Health Foundation and its work helping families navigating a fetal diagnosis.

📅 November 8 | 9 AM
📍 Washington Park, Denver

Make it a family tradition. Register now! https://thegreatcandyrun.com/

10/28/2026

🍫🍬 CHOCOLATE LOVERS, THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! 🤎

Happy National Chocolate Day! And what better way to celebrate than with a little something sweet? 👀🍫

For 48 HOURS ONLY, you can get 10% OFF your Great Candy Run registration!
Use code CHOCOLOT at checkout and treat yourself to a run filled with sweet vibes, colourful fun and all the candy-loving goodness. 🍭✨

Your sweet tooth called… we think you should answer. 😉

🎟️ Register now and save 10%! https://thegreatcandyrun.com/
⏰ Offer valid for 48 hours from 28 October. Use code CHOCOLOT at checkout.

10/27/2026

A HUGE thank-you to everyone who came out to make the Leawood Color Run and Ghosts & Goblins 5K & 10K so much fun! From colorful miles to spooky strides, you made it a fantastic day filled with energy, smiles, and community spirit! 🧡💜💚

👏 Thanks to all our runners, walkers, families, volunteers, and everyone who helped make these races a success!

🏅 Ready to see how you did? Your race results are here! 👇https://halsports.net/results/

10/24/2026

92% of runners recommend The Great Candy Run, and we think you’ll taste the difference too!

Denver’s sweetest 5K is back for its 23rd year.
Run it, walk it or dress up and stroll it through Washington Park.
Candy, costumes, a finish-line celebration and every step benefiting the Fetal Health Foundation.

📅 Sunday, November 8
📍 Washington Park, Denver

No tricks, just treats.
Tag your Candy Crew below and sign up together 👇

🎟 Register now: https://thegreatcandyrun.com

10/23/2026

👻🏃‍♀️ RACE WEEKEND IS HERE! 🎃💀

Ready to get your spook on? 👟🧡 Pick up your packet for the Ghosts & Goblins 5K/10K TOMORROW!

📍 Runner’s Roost Denver
📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ Noon–3 PM

Skip the race-day rush and grab your packet early! 🙌 Then get your costumes ready, lace up those running shoes, and prepare for a frightfully fun race! 🧙‍♀️🍬👻

See you at packet pickup! 🎃🏃‍♂️ Details at https://halsports.net/

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