Hot Chocolate Run – Denver
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Denver SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run at Washington Park
The SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run in Denver takes place on October 4, 2026, at Washington Park in Denver, Colorado. The event offers multiple distance options and a post-race celebration with chocolate-themed refreshments.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
Race entries include a full-zip jacket and a finisher's medal as part of the participant kit. Packet pickup and the Hot Chocolate Expo are scheduled the day before the race on October 3, 2026, at the National Western Complex in Denver.
The race course passes Grasmere Lake, Smith Lake, and Washington Park; the 15K route runs parallel to Cherry Creek. The event is professionally managed and races are officially timed. Free high-resolution photos and finish times are provided to participants by email. Live runner tracking will be available.
A post-race party at Washington Park features music, vendors, and a finisher's mug with chocolate fondue and hot chocolate. The Ghirardelli Cocoa Club offers an upgraded VIP experience that includes premium Ghirardelli hot cocoa, preferred corral placement, a $35 on-site store credit, access to a private club area, and other onsite amenities.
Overall awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each distance with cash prizes for overall places. Age group awards will be presented across standard competitive age divisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
