Five Alarm 5K & Chili Cook-Off
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Five Alarm 5k & Chili Cook-Off at Bierstadt Lagerhaus
The event is an untimed 5k fun run that starts and ends at Bierstadt Lagerhaus in Denver, CO. The course is open to walkers, joggers, and runners and is an open course on city streets and sidewalks; participants must obey traffic laws. The route is marked with chalk arrows, signs, and volunteers.
A post-run chili cook-off accompanies the run. Up to 20 chili competitors will offer tasters; competitor entries are free. Competitors must provide at least a crock-pot size of chili and bring their own crock-pot, extension cord, and serving spoons. Prizes will be awarded for Best Red Chili, Best Green Chili, Best Veggie Chili, and Best in Show. Category winners receive a Bierstadt 4-pack and two free 5k entries for the 2027 Colorado Brewery Running Series. The Best in Show winner receives a Bierstadt beer for a year and six free 5k entries for 2027.
Included with a 5k entry are one free craft brew at the finish line, chili tasters, and a choice of a collector's pint glass or seasonal swag. Event features listed by the organizer include live music, food trucks, local vendors, merchandise for sale, and door prize opportunities. Ten percent of registration dollars for this event are designated for the Retired Firefighters Association of Denver. The event is described as rain or shine and there will not be a bag check. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
