11th Annual Run for the Ring
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Aurora, Colorado
- Price $13.97 - $40.47
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 11th Annual Run for the Ring on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado! This vibrant event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for type 1 diabetes research and support, bringing together patients, supporters, and running enthusiasts alike. Participants can choose between a professionally-timed 5K Run/Walk around the scenic Anschutz Medical Campus or let their little ones join in the fun with the Kids Fun Run designed for ages 2-10.
Starting at 8 a.m., the 5K welcomes runners and walkers of all skill levels, ensuring a spirited atmosphere filled with camaraderie and motivation. The Kids Zone, opening at the same time, promises a day of excitement with bounce houses, mazes, and plenty of outdoor activities. Kids can dash through the Fun Run while parents cheer them on, making it a fantastic family outing. Plus, with registration perks like breakfast bites and performance t-shirts, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Whether you're running for yourself or in honor of a loved one, come celebrate the journey towards a cure for type 1 diabetes and make lasting memories!
Starting at 8 a.m., the 5K welcomes runners and walkers of all skill levels, ensuring a spirited atmosphere filled with camaraderie and motivation. The Kids Zone, opening at the same time, promises a day of excitement with bounce houses, mazes, and plenty of outdoor activities. Kids can dash through the Fun Run while parents cheer them on, making it a fantastic family outing. Plus, with registration perks like breakfast bites and performance t-shirts, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Whether you're running for yourself or in honor of a loved one, come celebrate the journey towards a cure for type 1 diabetes and make lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
CELEBRATE THE 11TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE RING 5K RUN/WALK AND KIDS FUN RUN WITH US!
Over the past 11 years, the Run for the Ring 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run has brought together Barbara Davis Center patients, loyal type 1 supporters, and running enthusiasts to run for the brass ring the cure for type 1 diabetes. All proceeds from the Run for the Ring will support the efforts and programs of The Guild of the Childrens Diabetes Foundation, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of Barbara Davis Center patients living with type 1 diabetes and their families through education, support, advocacy, and research.
ABOUT THE RACE
Run for the Ring features two different races. Runners, walkers, and strollers can participate in the professionally-timed 5K around the Anschutz Medical Campus. Runners of all levels and ages are welcome! Kids ages 2-10 can also participate in the Kids Fun Run, zooming around the Kids Zone while parents and loved ones cheer, high-five, and spray them with squirt guns. Before the Fun Run, kids are free to play in bounce houses, mazes, and other fun outdoor activities also featured in the Kids Zone. Whether youre an avid runner or a parent looking for a fun family outing, youre sure to enjoy yourself at Run for the Ring!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration for both the 5K and Fun Run includes breakfast bites, timing chip (5K only), race bib, and Run for the Ring performance t-shirt. Those with type 1 diabetes will also have the option of receiving a special Im the 1 t-shirt, and all participants can decorate a back bib that says Running for my 1 to honor their type 1 loved one! Must register by July 12, 2025 to guarantee a shirt. Top individual runners, teams, and fundraisers will also be recognized in the awards ceremony.
Running not your thing? Our Sleep-In Registration allows you to donate to the cause without participating on event day, and includes a Run for the Ring performance t-shirt (mailed to the participant).
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please bring another adult to watch your children while you are running.
Want FREE REGISTRATION? Become a fundraiser, raise $200, and your registration fee will be refunded!
PREVIOUS RUNNER? PLEASE SIGN IN USING YOUR RUNSIGNUP ACCOUNT BEFORE REGISTERING FOR YOUR EVENT.
PACKET PICK-UP:
Friday, August 1, 2025
Location/Time TBD
WHEN:
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Registration begins at 7 a.m.
5K Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m.
Kids Zone opens at 8 a.m.
Kids Fun Run begins after the 5K Awards Ceremony
WHERE:
Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes
Anschutz Medical Campus
1775 Aurora Court
Aurora, Colorado 80045
Paid parking is available
Over the past 11 years, the Run for the Ring 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run has brought together Barbara Davis Center patients, loyal type 1 supporters, and running enthusiasts to run for the brass ring the cure for type 1 diabetes. All proceeds from the Run for the Ring will support the efforts and programs of The Guild of the Childrens Diabetes Foundation, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of Barbara Davis Center patients living with type 1 diabetes and their families through education, support, advocacy, and research.
ABOUT THE RACE
Run for the Ring features two different races. Runners, walkers, and strollers can participate in the professionally-timed 5K around the Anschutz Medical Campus. Runners of all levels and ages are welcome! Kids ages 2-10 can also participate in the Kids Fun Run, zooming around the Kids Zone while parents and loved ones cheer, high-five, and spray them with squirt guns. Before the Fun Run, kids are free to play in bounce houses, mazes, and other fun outdoor activities also featured in the Kids Zone. Whether youre an avid runner or a parent looking for a fun family outing, youre sure to enjoy yourself at Run for the Ring!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration for both the 5K and Fun Run includes breakfast bites, timing chip (5K only), race bib, and Run for the Ring performance t-shirt. Those with type 1 diabetes will also have the option of receiving a special Im the 1 t-shirt, and all participants can decorate a back bib that says Running for my 1 to honor their type 1 loved one! Must register by July 12, 2025 to guarantee a shirt. Top individual runners, teams, and fundraisers will also be recognized in the awards ceremony.
Running not your thing? Our Sleep-In Registration allows you to donate to the cause without participating on event day, and includes a Run for the Ring performance t-shirt (mailed to the participant).
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please bring another adult to watch your children while you are running.
Want FREE REGISTRATION? Become a fundraiser, raise $200, and your registration fee will be refunded!
PREVIOUS RUNNER? PLEASE SIGN IN USING YOUR RUNSIGNUP ACCOUNT BEFORE REGISTERING FOR YOUR EVENT.
PACKET PICK-UP:
Friday, August 1, 2025
Location/Time TBD
WHEN:
Saturday, August 2, 2025
Registration begins at 7 a.m.
5K Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m.
Kids Zone opens at 8 a.m.
Kids Fun Run begins after the 5K Awards Ceremony
WHERE:
Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes
Anschutz Medical Campus
1775 Aurora Court
Aurora, Colorado 80045
Paid parking is available
Races
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5K Race - Run/Walk
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Run for the Ring Performance T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.35
OPENS MAY 25Registration for both the 5K and Fun Run includes breakfast bites, timing chip (5K only), race bib, and Run for the Ring performance t-shirt. Those with type 1 diabetes will also have the option of receiving a special Im the 1 t-shirt, and all participants can decorate a back bib that says Running for my 1 to honor their type 1 loved one! Must register by July 12, 2025 to guarantee a shirt. Top individual runners, teams, and fundraisers will also be recognized in the awards ceremony. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.97 Fee & Run for the Ring Performance T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$13.97
OPENS MAY 25Includes admission to Kids Zone with bounce houses, mazes, and more! Registration for both the 5K and Fun Run includes breakfast bites, timing chip (5K only), race bib, and Run for the Ring performance t-shirt. Those with type 1 diabetes will also have the option of receiving a special Im the 1 t-shirt, and all participants can decorate a back bib that says Running for my 1 to honor their type 1 loved one! Must register by July 12, 2025 to guarantee a shirt. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please bring another adult to watch your children while you are running. -
Sleep In
Incl. $3.47 Fee & Run for the Ring Performance T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$40.47
OPENS MAY 25Running not your thing? Our Sleep-In Registration allows you to donate to the cause without participating on event day, and includes a Run for the Ring performance t-shirt (mailed to the participant). Must register before July 12, 2025 to guarantee t-shirt. Those with type 1 diabetes will have the option of receiving a special "I'm the 1" t-shirt! Please indicate whether you would like your special shirt at registration.
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