Hot Chocolate Run – Denver
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Denver SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run : October 4, 2026
The event is scheduled for October 4, 2026, at Washington Park in Denver, Colorado. It offers three race distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
The 5K and 10K courses pass two lakes within Washington Park. The 15K course runs parallel to Cherry Creek and includes views noted as scenic mountain views. Course features named in the materials include Grasmere Lake, Smith Lake, and Washington Park.
Event features, logistics, and awards
Each registration includes a full-zip jacket and a finisher's medal. Finishers receive a mug with chocolate fondue and hot chocolate at the post-race party held in Washington Park. The event provides professional timing, free race photos, and an organized course. A Ghirardelli Cocoa Club upgrade is offered with additional perks such as Ghirardelli hot cocoa, a shopping bag with single-serve cocoa, a $35 onsite store credit, VIP corral placement, access to a club area, an upgraded onsite experience with a hot breakfast item, heaters if needed, and dedicated restrooms.
Expo and packet pickup take place Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the National Western Complex; the expo is free and open to the public. Packet mailing is available for an added fee and has a registration deadline of September 13, 2026. Free parking is provided for the expo; race-day parking guidance encourages public transportation and carpooling. Overall awards and age-group awards are given for the 5K, 10K, and 15K, with specified cash prizes and registration incentives for top overall finishers. Live runner tracking will be available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
