Denver Veterans Day Run

NOV
14
2026
A memorial running event at Denver City Park on November 14, 2026 featuring 5K and 10K races plus a 10K Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge. The day includes a parade and vendor festival supporting Colorado Veterans Project.
Sat 14 Nov 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Denver Veterans Day Run

The Denver Veterans Day Run takes place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Denver City Park in Denver, Colorado. The event is a memorial running program held to celebrate and honor local veterans and to support the mission of Colorado Veterans Project. The running element uses suggested routes through City Park running trails and welcomes runners, joggers, walkers, children, and dogs.

The event day is organized alongside a vendor and resource festival and a parade that circle through Denver City Park. Organizers collaborate with veteran and military focused organizations and city partners to provide resources, vendor booths, food options, and community activities.

Participants can choose from multiple event distances and formats:

  • 5K Run/Walk
  • 10K Run/Walk
  • 10K Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge with a 25 lb loaded pack or weighted vest

Participants who register by October 25, 2026 receive a commemorative race T-shirt and race medal as part of registration. The event supports Colorado Veterans Project programs focused on veteran career development, employment, and entrepreneurship. Donations connected to the event are stated to benefit Colorado Veterans Project and its work supporting veterans and transitioning service members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge
10 km
10k Run/walk
5 km
5k Run/walk