Hot Chocolate Run – Denver
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Event Overview
The Skechers Hot Chocolate Run in Denver takes place on October 4, 2026, at Washington Park. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, or 15K distance. The course passes by features within the park, such as Grasmere Lake and Smith Lake, with the 15K route also running parallel to Cherry Creek.
Included Items
Registration includes an exclusive Skechers Hot Chocolate Run jacket, a commemorative finisher's medal, a race bib, and free race photos. Participants receive a finisher's mug filled with chocolate fondue, dippables, and hot chocolate. The event is professionally timed.
Additional Features
A post-race party at Washington Park includes music, vendors, and the chocolate-themed refreshments. A VIP upgrade, the Ghirardelli Cocoa Club, offers perks like a lounge area, dedicated restrooms, Ghirardelli hot cocoa, and a store credit. The packet pickup expo is on October 3, 2026, at the National Western Complex and is free to attend.
Logistics
The event offers live runner tracking. Awards are given for overall and age group winners in each distance. Parking on race day is available at Denver South High School, and public transportation is encouraged. There is no race day packet pickup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
