Connection 5k
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM MDT
- Location CARBONDALE, Colorado
- Price $20.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Connection 5K on Sunday, September 20th, 2026, in the beautiful surroundings of Carbondale, Garfield. This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM at the True Nature Peace Garden, offering a scenic out-and-back route along the picturesque Rio Grande Trail. The Connection 5K is designed to promote health and wellness while raising awareness for the Connection is the Medicine Foundation.
This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels, making it the perfect opportunity for runners, walkers, and community members to come together in a spirit of movement and connection. Experience the joy of being part of a community tradition that celebrates health, well-being, and togetherness. Don't miss out on this uplifting morning filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a commitment to making a positive impact!
This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels, making it the perfect opportunity for runners, walkers, and community members to come together in a spirit of movement and connection. Experience the joy of being part of a community tradition that celebrates health, well-being, and togetherness. Don't miss out on this uplifting morning filled with laughter, camaraderie, and a commitment to making a positive impact!
Organiser's Description
True Nature is hosting the first Connection 5K on September 20th at 8:00am to raise awareness and support for Connection is the Medicine Foundation.
The run will start and finish at the True Nature Peace Garden, with a simple out-and-back route on the Rio Grande Trail. Were imagining it as a welcoming morning of movement, health, and togetherness a chance for runners, walkers, families, and community members to gather on campus, enjoy the Peace Garden, and experience True Nature as a place of connection.
This is not an elite race. It is family-friendly, walk-or-run, and open to all fitness levels. Our hope is that it becomes a joyful annual Carbondale tradition rooted in movement, community, and well-being.
The run will start and finish at the True Nature Peace Garden, with a simple out-and-back route on the Rio Grande Trail. Were imagining it as a welcoming morning of movement, health, and togetherness a chance for runners, walkers, families, and community members to gather on campus, enjoy the Peace Garden, and experience True Nature as a place of connection.
This is not an elite race. It is family-friendly, walk-or-run, and open to all fitness levels. Our hope is that it becomes a joyful annual Carbondale tradition rooted in movement, community, and well-being.
Races
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Connection 5k
Incl. Authentic Lip Balm
Sun 20th September 2026 (8:00AM MDT)
$20.00
Number pickup Friday 9/19 at True Nature 9am-6pm Race Day Saturday 9/20 8am: Number pickup and Community gathering with labyrinth and reflexology walk, coffee and cafe goodies. 9am: Run/Walk start 10am: podium awards followed by raffle
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Location
100 N 3rd St, CARBONDALE, 81623, CO, United States
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