The Best Races - Denver
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Cookie Run 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA
This event takes place on October 10, 2026 at Piney Creek Hollow Park, 6140 South Tower Road, Centennial/Aurora, Colorado. Multiple race formats are offered on site and virtually, including a family fun run.
Distances and formats:
- 5K
- 10K
- 13.1 Half marathon
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
The event uses a wave system with a capped field per wave; when a wave fills, a waitlist and a virtual option are offered. Race bibs are distributed on race day. Timing chips are not used; participants may self-time with common apps and submit results for posting. Final participant information and course maps are emailed the week before the event.
Swag and extras are mailed to participants in the United States. The standard swag bag includes a running T-shirt, finisher medal, a virtual training run emailed before race day, online results and a certificate of completion, and an invitation to join a local running club. A lightweight technical shirt upgrade is available for an additional fee. Shipping timelines note shirts are sent the week of the race and last-minute registrants may receive shirts after the event.
The event supports team registration, fundraising, sponsorship opportunities, and volunteer participation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
