Unicorn 5k - Thornton
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Unicorn 5k (North) : Thornton, CO
The Unicorn 5k (North) is scheduled for June 20, 2026, at Carpenter Park Fields, 108th & Colorado Blvd in Thornton, Colorado. The event offers a main 5k run/walk and a shorter untimed saunter for participants who prefer a brief course.
Distances
- 5k Run/Walk
- 1/2 (ish) mile saunter, untimed
Participants receive event apparel and a unicorn finisher medal. The site notes that the 2025 Unicorn 5k medal is one part of three that connect with magnets. The event features a balloon artist creating balloon creations on site and provides race resources including a course map and RACEJOY GPS tracking.
The event partners with Food For Hope; in-kind food donations are accepted for a race day raffle and benefit local children in Adams County. Shoe donations are also collected through a Sneakers4Funds partnership, with proceeds to Growing Home. Registration incentives listed include a referral program that can return up to twenty dollars to a participant and a team discount where groups of five or more receive five dollars off each registration.
Additional event materials referenced include timing and awards information, parking details, and an advanced packet pick up option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
