The Great Candy Run

NOV

8

2026

A family focused candy themed 5K at Washington Park, Denver that benefits the Fetal Health Foundation. The event includes a free kids fun run, finisher medals, shirts, costume contests, prizes and live entertainment.

Sun 8 Nov 2026

Denver, Colorado

Website

5 kilometers

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The Great Candy Run in Denver

The Great Candy Run is a recurring, candy themed community run held at Washington Park in Denver. The event has run for 22 years and supports the Fetal Health Foundation. It combines a timed 5K with family activities and event day festivities.

Distances and age group

5K
Free Jolly Rancher Kids Fun Run (ages 6 and under)

The event program includes bib pickup and on-site registration, a kids fun run, a 5K start ceremony, and music and entertainment throughout the day. Participants receive finisher medals and event shirts; the program also features prizes, candy stations, a costume contest, and race photos. Organizers list local sponsors and maintain a gallery of past event photos and results.

Volunteer and donation options are part of the event structure. Past results and photo galleries are provided for reference. The presentation emphasizes family experiences and community involvement rather than competition details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Free Kids Fun Run