Crimson Classic 5K Run
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DU Crimson Classic 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk
The University of Denver's 14th Annual Crimson Classic 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk takes place on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, on Carnegie Green Lawn at the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado. The event aims to celebrate well-being and bring the campus community together.
Distances
- 5K: two laps around the course (3.2 Miles)
- 1.5 Mile: one lap around the course
The event is free. Registered participants who sign up before the registration deadline will receive an Annual Crimson Classic t-shirt. Registration requires a waiver; day of the event paper waivers or a QR code option are available. Water stations are located at the start and finish area and along the course.
Music, guided stretching, and snacks are part of the event program before and after the course activities. The afternoon weather in Denver can be warm and may also include rain or snow at this time of year. Reasonable accommodations are available through the organizer.
Course and safety notes include allowing strollers with a request to start in the back, prohibiting pets on the course while permitting service animals, and requiring participants under age 12 to be accompanied by an adult. Sponsors listed for the event include TIAA, Gallagher, Cigna and Kaiser Permanente. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
