WinterFest 5k

DEC

12

2026

Celebrate the winter season with a timed 5k or fun run at Thornton Carpenter Park. Enjoy a warm drink in a collectible mug before visiting the holiday marketplace and ice skating rink.

Sat 12 Dec 2026

Thornton, Colorado

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5 kilometers

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WinterFest 5k & Fun Run

The WinterFest 5k & Fun Run takes place at Carpenter Park in Thornton, Colorado. This event serves as an opening for the holiday season and offers two distinct distances:

3.1 Miles: A chip-timed and scored 5k run or walk.
1200m: An untimed fun run or walk covering approximately 0.75 miles.

Participants receive a warm drink at the finish line served in a collectible festive mug. The event is integrated with a larger community festival held at the park. Participants have access to various seasonal amenities and activities following the run. These features include ice skating, a holiday marketplace, and visits with Santa. Additionally, the festival area contains a heated beer garden for attendees.

The course is located at 3498 E 112th Ave within the park grounds. Registration fees vary based on the chosen distance, with separate pricing for the timed 5k race and the untimed fun run. All activities are centered around celebrating winter in Thornton. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk -Timed and Scored

Fun Run/walk (untimed, Approx .75 Miles)