2018 Saints Peter and Paul – Cool Duo 5K October 6, 2018 Wheat Ridge, CO What we love: Support a Catholic School at the 2018 Saints Peter and Paul Cool Duo 5K.
2018 Race for Every Child
2018 Race for Every Child October 20, 2018 Washington, D.C. What we love: Held in the heart of the nation’s capital, the Race for Every Child is perfect for avid runners, weekend joggers, parents looking for a fun activity for their family, or anyone who wants to help ensure that every child can receive exceptional […]
2018 Race for our Kids
2018 Race for our Kids September 16, 2018 Baltimore, Maryland What we love: The 5K and 10K courses offer rolling hills and beautiful scenery throughout the Mt. Washington neighborhood. You can run or walk the 5K (3.1 miles) course and it is a great distance for those looking for more than the 1 mile walk distance. The 10K […]
2018 Farmers 5000
2018 Wheat Ridge Farmers 5000 September 16, 2018 Wheat Ridge, Colorado What we love: Since 1981 runners have been coming to Wheat Ridge to run the Farmers 5000! This race continues raise money to support school programs and promotes physical fitness and community spirit. All funds from entry fees are given to various educational and special […]
2018 Grand Forks Wild Hog
2018 Grand Forks Wild Hog Marathon September 27-29, 2018 Grand Forks, North Dakota What we love: Join the 2018 Grand Forks Wild Hog Marathon weekend! It is fun for all. Featuring a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon. Featured events for the weekend include a Pasta Party, Sheels Expo, Camp Hog and much more!
2018 Brent’s Place – Kid’s Cure for Cancer
2018 Brent’s Place – Kid’s Cure for Cancer July 28, 2018 Anschutz Medical Campus Parade Grounds, Colorado What we love: Kid’s Cure has been Brent’s Place signature event for 30 years! While it has taken many different forms over the years it has become the meeting grounds for past and current families to share their […]
2018 Heroes of Hope
2018 Heroes of Hope June 2, 2018 Wheat Ridge, Colorado What we love: Not only do these words describe those who won their fight against cancer, but those who fought courageously and with dignity. As our community comes together on June 2, 2018, join Lutheran Medical Center and Cancer Centers of Colorado for our 11th Anniversary […]
2018 Strides for Epilepsy
2018 Strides for Epilepsy DENVER June 10, 2018 Denver’s City Park, Colorado What we love: Join the largest epilepsy awareness event in the Rocky Mountain region on June 10 to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado! Run or walk with your family, friends, coworkers and colleagues to support those with epilepsy. Register for our Strides […]
2018 Taste of Louisville
2018 Taste of Louisville June 2, 2018 Louisville, Colorado What we love: Burn some calories and replenish them with some of the yummiest foods around the area. The 9th Annual Taste of Louisville Race is one of the regions best. This is sure to be a great way to work up an appetite for the […]
2018 Happy Girls Run
2018 Happy Girls Run Bend, OR – May 26, 2018 What we love: Happy Girls Run, Bend winds around beautiful Bend, right along the Deschutes River. With the half marathon and 10K enjoying the canyon trail – one of the most scenic areas of Bend. There are a combination of surfaces including paved roads, […]
2018 Evergreen Town Race
2018 Evergreen Town Race August 5, 2018 Evergreen, Colorado What we love: The race features both the 5K and 10K courses wind gradually down Upper Bear Creek, with a finish near Evergreen Lake. This course treats participants to one of the most scenic and fastest races in Colorado. In fact, this may be one of […]
2018 Run for Your Buns
2018 Run for your Buns June 9, 2018 Lincoln Park – Grand Forks, North Dakota What we love: Run for Your Buns is an annual 5K run/walk and 10K run benefitting colon cancer prevention. Over the course of a lifetime, one in 20 adults will be diagnosed with colon cancer. When detected early, colon cancer […]
2018 Jodi’s Race for Awareness
2018 Jodi’s Race for Awareness June 9, 2018 City Park – Denver, Colorado What we love: Join the 9th Annual Jodi’s Race for Awareness. Join the Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance in their effort to save the lives of Colorado women through raisig awareness about the symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer.
2018 AirLife Memorial Run
2018 AirLife Memorial Run May 12, 2018 Denver, Colorado What we love: Come and join AIRLIFE Denver the annual AIRLIFE Memorial 5k/10k Run, benefitting Friends of AirLife. The event includes a 5k and 10k run, 5k walk and a Kids Run. After the races, runners can enjoy any one of the numerous family friendly activities that […]
2018 Women Run the Cities
2018 Women Run the Cities May 20, 2018 Minnehaha Park, Minneapolis, MN What we love: Don’t miss this unforgettable event! The Women Run the Cities event is in the Spring for 2018. Located in Minnehaha Park, Minneapolis, MN. Register TODAY!
Brent’s Place – Roadless Ride 2017
Brent’s Place, Roadless Ride 2017 October 13, 2017 Greenwood Athletic & Tennis Club What we love: Join us for the 11th Annual Roadless Ride, an all day Spinning event with classes starting every hour from 6am to 6pm! Participants can challenge themselves to one class or join the Roadless Century and ride all 12 hours!
Race to Cure Sarcoma Denver 2017
Race to Cure Sarcoma, Denver 2017 September 16, 2017 Greenwood Village, CO What we love: This 5K Walk/Run is a family friendly event, organized by the Sarcoma Foundation of America. Their goal is to raise both awareness and resources for sarcoma research nationally through the Foundation and locally through the University of Colorado Cancer Center. The success of […]
Race for our Kids 2017
Race for our Kids 2017 September 17, 2017 Baltimore, MD What we love: The Herman & Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital at Sinai supports the very heart of the family-centered care philosophy. From pediatric medicine to expert care in specialties such as cancer, neurologic disorders, bowel disease and diabetes, the Samuelson Children’s Hospital delivers individualized care […]
Children’s National Race for Every Child
Children’s National Race for Every Child 2017 October 21, 2017 Washington, DC What we love: Whether you’re an avid runner, a weekend jogger, a parent looking for a fun activity for your family, or someone who wants to make a difference in the lives of children – the Race for Every Child is for you. […]
Superhero Challenge 2017
2017 Superhero Challenge August 27, 2017 Washington Park – Denver, CO What we love: The Superhero Challenge 5K is a great event that brings the community together to honor patients, survivors and family members affected by prostate cancer.
2017 Happy Girls Run
2017 Happy Girls Run Bend, OR – 5/27/17 Spokane, WA – 9/23/17 Sisters, OR – 11/4/17 What we love: Happy Girls always brings a superb race series to the network! Join them at one of their three races in beautiful scenic areas. Make one or all of these races an annual tradition!
Lone Tree Freedom Race 2017
2017 Lone Tree Freedom Race 7/9/17 Lone Tree, CO What we love: This 3-mile race/walk is our way of showing our pride for our country and our respect to our Veterans. The event is presented by Charles Schwab. Each mile is themed and dedicated to one of our charity groups. Join us for fun, inspiration, […]
Grand Forks Wild Hog Marathon 2017
2017 Grand Forks Wild Hog Marathon 9/22/17-9/23/17 Grand Forks, ND What we love: Come join us September 22-23, 2017, for the SIXTH annual running of the Grand Forks Wild Hog Weekend! This year’s event will feature a marathon, 1/2 marathon, Relays for the marathon (2 & 4-person) & half marathon (2, 3 & 13-person), 10K, 5K, and […]
Brent’s Place, 2017 Kid’s Cure for Cancer
Brent’s Place, Kid’s Cure for Cancer 7/29/17 Aurora, CO What we love: This event includes a family fun interactive walk, a pancake breakfast, community fair, live music, water zone and more. Children can enjoy arts and crafts, face painting, a jumping castle, field day games, and more at the Kid’s Corner!
YWCA Minneapolis 2017
YWCA Minneapolis 8/13/17 Lake Nokomis, Minneapolis What we love: The third weekend in August each year, more than 1,200 women participate in a race dedicated to celebrating the strength in all women, the YWCA Women’s Triathlon. This year is our 10th anniversary triathlon – join us! Click here to read more – YWCA Women’s Triathlon […]
Evergreen Town Race 2017
Evergreen Town Race 2017 8/6/17 Evergreen, CO What we love: Support the Alpine Rescue Team while enjoying the beautiful scenery in Evergreen, Colorado! Both the 5K and 10K courses wind gradually down Upper Bear Creek, with a finish near Evergreen Lake. This course treats participants to one of the most scenic and fastest races in Colorado. […]
Women Run the Cities 2017
Women Run the Cities 2017 9/24/17 Minneapolis, MN What we love: Join them on September 24, 2017 at one of ESPN’s Top Five Races for Women in the Country! WRTC features an all-women’s 10 Mile and 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, and Girls’ 1 Mile Run. Women Run the Cities welcomes runners of all experience levels, whether […]
Strides for Epilepsy 2017
Strides for Epilepsy 2017 6/11/17 Denver’s City Park, Colorado What we love: Join the largest epilepsy awareness event in Colorado to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado! Run or walk with your family, friends, coworkers and colleagues to support those with epilepsy. Register for our Strides 5K and support epilepsy awareness today! All proceeds directly […]
Heroes of Hope 2017 – 10th Anniversary
Heroes of Hope 2017 6/4/17 Wheat Ridge, Colorado What we love: Heroes of Hope features scenic and fast 5K and 10K courses, a 1-mile family walk, kids’ dash, live entertainment, door prizes for cancer survivors, a huge health and safety fair, kids’ activities and more. Since 2008, over one hundred companies and thousands of participants […]
AirLife Memorial 2017
AirLife Denver Memorial 2017 5/13/17 Littleton, Colorado What we love: The event will include a 5k/10k run, 5k walk and a Kids Run, as well as numerous activities for all ages. Each year, the non-profit group “Friends of AirLife” hosts the Annual AirLife Memorial Run/Walk in honor of the everyday heroes in EMS and those […]
RUN for Second Chances
RUN for Second Chances 5K 4/8/17 Sloan’s Lake Park Denver, Colorado What we love: Join Prison Fellowship for a 5K run/walk on Sunday, April 8, to raise awareness of this “second prison” in America and help create meaningful second chances for those who have paid their debt to society.
Jodi’s Race for Awareness 2017
Jodi’s Race for Awareness 2017 6/10/17 City Park – Denver, CO What we love: Jodi’s Race celebrates those who are bravely fighting ovarian cancer and lovingly pays tribute to those who have lost their fight. This is not just a race; it’s an event for family, friends, and runners, filled with honoring, supporting, educating, and remembering
Fight for Air Climb 2017
American Lung Association – 2017 Fight for Air Climb 2/26/17 Denver, CO What we love: By joining the Fight for Air Climb, you are helping to make a positive impact in the lives of those affected by lung disease. Participants raise funds to support the mission of the American Lung Association while training to climb […]
Run the Rocks 2016
Run the Rocks 2016 10/09/16 Morisson, CO What we love: Run the Rocks will bring communities together for the fight for good lung health and air quality. Whether it be running to get a personal best time or walking to enjoy the view and live music, this is an event you don’t want to miss!
Compass Mesa Run
Compass Mesa Run 2016 10/01/16 Golden, CO What we love: 5th Annual Compass Montessori School North Table Mountain Mesa Run. The Mesa Run features a fun trail race on North Table Mountain and a 5K run conveniently located in Golden, Colorado. The trail run on North Table Mountain covers a scenic challenging course over beautiful […]
Race to Cure Sarcoma Denver 2016
Race to Cure Sarcoma Denver 09/17/16 Denver, CO What we love: First annual 5K Walk/Run in Denver, CO. The goal is to raise both awareness and resources for sarcoma research through the Sarcoma Foundation of America (SFA) and the University of Colorado Cancer Center.
Farmers 5000
Farmers 5000 09/18/16 Wheat Ridge, CO Details: In 1981, a group of Wheat Ridge High School parents and runners organized a road race to benefit the school. Not only did this group aim to raise money to support school programs, they also wanted to promote physical fitness and community spirit. That mission continues to this […]
Evergreen Town Race
Evergreen Town Race 08/07/16 Evergreen, CO Check this out: Evergreen Town Race is supporting Alpine Rescue Team! Both the 5K and 10K courses wind gradually down Upper Bear Creek, with a finish near Evergreen Lake. Sounds beautiful, right! The race benefits the Alpine Rescue Team, which responds to emergencies such as avalanches, lost hikers, high-altitude/vertical rescues and/or other […]
April Showers bring May Flowers!
April showers must certainly bring May flowers here in Sweden! The month of April is off to a very rainy, windy start here in Sweden. Living in a town about an hour away from the coast makes the weather here grey, gloomy and rainy much of the time. When I facetime or Skype with my […]
Jodi’s Race for Awareness
Jodi’s Race for Awareness 06/11/16 Denver, CO Celebrate those who are so bravely fighting Ovarian Cancer, and to pay tribute to those who have lost their fight. This is not just a race, its an event for family, friends, and runners, filled with honoring, supporting, educating, and remembering. Check this out: 5K Walk/Run or 1K Walk/Run […]
Brent’s Place, Dos Casas
Lola hosted Dos Casas, a feast benefiting Brent’s Place on April 13, 2016. Check out some great pictures from a great event! Visit Brent’s Place to learn more!
Taste of Louisville
Taste of Louisville 06/04/16 Louisville, CO Check this out: It’s not just a 12K and 5K, there will be food, beer and a weekend of fun events! Hosted in the #1 place to live — Louisville, CO — the race takes you around its best trails. The top small town Half Marathon in the west!
The Great 5K
The Great 5K Sunday, May 15, 2016 Westminster, MD What we love: Join the Nathan Chris Baker Great 5K and the 2016 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk in memory of Sarah Jayne Orton. Click here to register for the event!
Moms on the Run – Step Outside your Comfort Zone
Ahhh… getting in shape. The crowded gym, the back-to-back “try this diet” commercials, and the “this year will be different” exercise mindset. Let’s vow to make a fresh start to revamp our own fitness routine or encourage a friend to get started. I know a lot of people grumble about how packed the gym […]
Superbowl in Sweden
I have been looking forward to Super Bowl 50 since I was a little kid and figured out what the Roman numerals meant in the Super Bowl logo. I remember thinking, “Wow, we are not that far off from the 50th. I bet that will be a big game!” Little did I know that “my […]
Fitness Abroad
Hi there, my name is Lauren and I am studying abroad this semester in a small town in Sweden while pursuing a business marketing degree. Fitness, faith, food, family and fashion are just a few of my passions and I am excited to have you join me as I experience these and many other adventures […]
Love is in the Air at the Valentine’s Day 5K
Valentine’s Day 5K 02/14/16 Denver, CO What we love: It’s part of the RunDenver Series…one of our local all-time favorites! It’s a day to show your body some love! Get your heart pumping and your legs moving as you run the park trails. The race benefits the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and Girls on […]
Be the Star at this Super Bowl 5K
Super Bowl 02/07/16 Denver, CO What we love: It’s part of the RunDenver Series…one of our local all time favorites! You get to test your speed and see how you compare to a professional running back before you sit down to watch your favorite NFL players! The race benefits the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation […]
Polar Bear 5K – Run for the Chill of It
Polar Bear 01/17/16 Denver, CO Check this out: It’s part of the RunDenver Series…one of our local all-time favorites If a polar bear can withstand the cold so can you! You’ll stay warm running around the park and after the race there will be warm beverages to keep you going! The race benefits the […]
Run Run Rudolph..Santa’s got to make it to town
Rudolph Ramble 12/06/15 Denver, CO What we love: It’s part of the RunDenver Series…one of our local all-time favorites Rudolph with his nose so bright! He’ll light the way as you run the trails of City Park! The race benefits the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and Girls on the Run of the Rockies
Goblins, Ghosts and Ghouls Rule the Race Industry
Halloween continues to rank as the second most popular running holiday. In 2014, there were over 700,000 finishers that participated in 1,800 races. Costume contests, zombie crawls and a slew of other Halloween themed races offer an experience like other ‘fun runs’. Learn more at http://www.runningusa.org/halloween In celebration of the Halloween festivities this weekend – […]
Dare2Share Live It Up Conference
Dare2Share Live It Up Conference Twin Cities, MN – Feb 5-6 Lincoln, NE – Feb 19-20 Dayton, OH – March 4-5 Denver, CO – March 11-12 St. Louis, MO – April 1-2 Chicago, IL – April 8-9 Washington, D.C. – April 15-16 Check this out: The Live It Up Tour enables teenagers to live […]
Annapolis Running Classic
Annapolis Running Classic 11/27/15 Annapolis, MD Check this out: A Half Marathon and 10K in Maryland’s Historic Capital City The post race festivities include live music, award winning soup, oysters, root beer, beer and cider Proceeds benefit local charitable organizations – In the first 4 years of the events, they donated close to $210,000 […]
The Great Candy Run = the Sweetest Race Ever
The Great Candy Run 10/10/2015 Jacksonville, FL The Inspirational Cause: The Great Candy Run is dripping with sweetness in more ways than one! There will be chocolate bars for all 5K finishers and medals for the first 1,000, sweet prize money, a Tiny Tot Trot and 1-Mile Kids Run with candy boxes and medals […]
Run Red Rocks and support the American Lung Association of CO
Run the Rocks 5K Run/Walk 10/11/2015 Red Rocks Amphitheater Morrison, CO What we love: Red Rocks Amphitheater! It’s a place where you get to bond with your favorite bands…such as U2 who filmed the Sunday Bloody Sunday music video there. Those iconic stairs – they get you every time! When […]
Happy Girls Run Spokane
Happy Girls Run 09/26/15 Spokane, WA What we love: Happy Girls! Happy girls make us HAPPY Girls. Happy Girls Run Spokane benefits Statement – Statement brings education and awareness to the prevention of dating abuse while promoting leadership and character development among today’s youth. This race is for all happy girls! Bring your sister, […]
Strides for Epilepsy Colorado Springs
Strides for Epilepsy 10/04/15 Colorado Springs, CO The Inspirational Cause: It’s the largest epilepsy awareness event in Southern Colorado and this year’s race marks the 4th Anniversary! Last year the event raised $31,000; proceeds help advance research and support adults and children in CO who live with seizures and raise awareness. The Epilepsy Foundation […]
A Race for Every Child
Race for Every Child 10/03/15 Washington, D.C Incredible Cause: The race benefits Children’s National Health System through fundraising, community engagement and children’s health and wellness promotion. With hula hoops, sport inflatables, mini-golf, balloon art, face painting, race day track, agility course….Okay, this race can’t get any better! Oh yeah, there is a 5K […]
Take over Minneapolis at Women Run the Cities
Women Run the Cities 09/27/15 Minneapolis, MN What we love: Girls only! Sign up for the 10 Mile, 10K, 5K or Girls 1 Mile Run – whatever distance you choose challenge yourself! It’s one of ESPN’s Top Five Races for Women – watch this video and learn more about the race. The charity partners […]
Grand Forks Wild Hog Half Marathon
Grand Forks Half Marathon 09/25/15-09/26/15 Grand Forks, ND Check this out: It’s not only a 10K and Half Marathon – runners also get to enjoy a Pasta Party and Live Hog Race! Guest Speaker – Bart Yasso, the Mayor of Running, will be at the Hog Wild 1/2 Marathon. The Wild Hog Challenge […]
A Race fit for Kings and Queens
Cherokee Ranch Elk Run 08/15/15 Sedalia, CO Check this out: • The Elk Run is not your ordinary race – the course takes you by historic homesteads and over rolling terrain where you can spot elk and wild turkeys. • It’s a race fit for Kings and Queens – the Top Male and Female […]
Lucky Pie Criterium
Lucky Pie Criterium 08/09/15 Louisville, CO Check this out: All NEW flat and fast course! It’s not only for the racers. Spectators get an exciting show as Colorado’s best cyclists race around Louisville Community Park. It’s the Colorado Masters Criterium Championships….there is $2,000 cash purse. Sweet Cow Kids Race – all of the kiddos […]
Urban Navigator Adventure Race
Urban Navigator 09/19/15 Denver, CO The Inspirational Cause: It’s a race adventure filled with mental, physical and humorous challenges that will have you running around the Denver Highland’s Neighborhood! Want something less challenging? Try the Corner Cutter Challenge…It’s a shorter course that is perfect for families. The beneficiary Brent’s Place is making a difference […]
Jefferson Academy Jag Jog 5K
JA Jag Jog 5K 8/22/15 Westminster, CO Check this out: What will your commitment be? As the new school year starts up, the Jag Jog wants you to proclaim your commitment. Come out and run a PR, dress up and race with your best friends, or take a nice stroll with the family – it […]
The Farmers 5000
Farmers 5000 09/20/15 Wheat Ridge, CO Check this out: The Farmers 5000 5K is organized by volunteers and all proceeds go to Wheat Ridge High School. The race includes an elementary school challenge that promotes physical fitness and a sense of community in Wheat Ridge. The course takes you through Wheat Ridge neighborhood after Wheat […]
2015 Superhero Challenge 5K Run/Walk
Superhero Challenge 5K Run/Walk 08/30/15 Washington Park Denver, CO What we love: Superheroes that stand up to prostate cancer! Bring your cape, mask and whatever accessories your superhero needs because there will be prizes for best costume! The Prostate Conditions Education Council is a national organization that is committed to men’s health. With the […]
Vivage Lake Loop
Vivage Lake Loop 08/14/15 Sloans Lake Denver, CO The Inspirational Cause: Recognizing residents residing in nursing home communities and the organizations that help serve them is the goal of the Vivage Lake Loop. Proceeds benefit The Denver Rescue Mission, Dental Lifeline Network, and resident activity funds in the Vivage Quality Health Partners Communities. Bring […]
Gopher to Badger Half Marathon and 5K
Gopher to Badger 08/8/15 Hudson, WI Check this out: A 2 state race! Start in MN and finish in Hudson, WI for fun post-race festivities. It’s a border battle and the winner is determined by adding up the first 5 finishers and the state with the lowest time is crowned the winner. It’s a […]
YWCA MN Women’s Tri
YWCA MN Women’s Tri 08/16/15 Lake Nokomis Minneapolis, MN What we love: It’s a race dedicated to celebrating the strength in all women! The only all women’s triathlon in MN…Plus they offer training support through free clinics, classes and training plans. The YWCA of Minneapolis, founded in 1891, serves more than 25,000 people in […]
Chocoholic Frolic 5K and 10K
Chocoholic Frolic 08/02/15 Appleton, WI What we love: Hot chocolate at the water stops…who needs water anyway! Chocolate fountains greeting you at the finish line…don’t mind if I do! Chocolate candies from Vande Walles Candies in your goody bag…yes, please!
Destination Races: Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon
Destination Races – Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon 07/19/15 Napa, CA What we love: Wine, Wine, and more Wine! See wine country – rolling hills, vineyards, and open fields – it’s beautiful! Plus, as your across the finish line you’ll be greeted by the Wine and Music festival.
Deschutes Dash Sports Fest
Deschutes Dash 07/18/15 – 07/19/15 Old Mill District Bend, OR Check this out: It’s not only a competition, but a weekend sports FESTIVAL! The Old Mill District is the most spectator-friendly sports venue in the Pacific Northwest. Choose from a Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike, 10K or 5K. There is fun for the kiddo’s too – […]
The Evergreen Town Race – Fastest 5K in CO
Evergreen Town Race 08/02/15 Evergreen, CO Check this out: We love this beautiful 5K and 10K course that winds through the Upper Bear Creek and finishes near Evergreen Lake. The fastest 5K EVER in Colorado was run on this course – 14:07 by Jason Hubbard in 1998. The proceeds benefit the Alpine Rescue Team, […]
Kids Cure for Cancer
Kids Cure for Cancer 07/25/15 Aurora, CO The Incredible Cause: It’s a day to celebrate the lives of our children with cancer! No registration fee! All they asks is that you fund raise at least $93.00 for a Brent’s Place family Brent’s Place is making a difference in the lives of children with cancer […]
Liberty Run 4 Mile
Liberty Run 07/04/15 Denver, CO Check this out: It’s a 4-Mile Run through Washington Park. Come dressed in your best Red, White and Blue costume – you never know, you could win a prize! Start Independence Day off right! The celebration begins at the expo – there will be food, music and more.