Denver Veterans Day Run
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM MST
- Location Denver, Colorado
- Price $48.95 - $70.15
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the 17th Annual Denver Veterans Day Run on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in the beautiful City Park of Denver! This exciting event features a memorial 5K and 10K fun run, along with a unique 10K Rippetoe Ruck to honor CPT Russell Brian Rippetoe, where participants can carry a 25-pound pack or weighted vest. This celebration of our local Veterans is open to all – whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, a family with kids, or even furry friends, everyone is welcome to participate in this uplifting community event.
As you enjoy the scenic trails, you'll be supporting a vital cause, with 100% of your donations going directly to the Colorado Veterans Project. Don’t forget, to receive a commemorative t-shirt and medal, be sure to register by November 1, 2026! Come together with your community to celebrate and honor our Veterans while promoting camaraderie and support for those who have served. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day filled with purpose and fun!
As you enjoy the scenic trails, you'll be supporting a vital cause, with 100% of your donations going directly to the Colorado Veterans Project. Don’t forget, to receive a commemorative t-shirt and medal, be sure to register by November 1, 2026! Come together with your community to celebrate and honor our Veterans while promoting camaraderie and support for those who have served. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day filled with purpose and fun!
Organiser's Description
*************** DEADLINE FOR GUARNTEED TSHIRT AND MEDAL - NOVEMBER 1ST ***********************************************************
THE 17TH ANNUAL DENVER VETERANS DAY RUN is a memorial 5K & 10K fun run to celebrate local Veterans and includes a 10K Rippetoe Ruck in honor of CPT Russell Brian Rippetoe (https://www.fallenheroesproject.org/post/russell-b-rippetoe) [https://thefallen.militarytimes.com/army-capt-russell-b-rippetoe/256563%29] (Ruck weight - 25lbs loaded pack or weighted vest)
Recognized as Denvers Run for Veterans Day by Mayor Mike Johnson, this fun run is open to runners, joggers, walkers, kids of all ages, and dogs who are always welcome. The suggested route takes runners through the beautiful City Park running trails in downtown Denver. The mission of the Denver Veterans Day Run is to celebrate and show support for our Veterans and their untiring efforts on Veterans Day weekend while supporting Colorado Veteran's Project mission.
For more information on the day's events visit Denver Veterans Day website www.denverveteransday.com [https://www.denverveteransday.com]
100% of your donations go directly to helping Colorado Veterans. If you cannot make the date but still wish to donate to the cause, visit DONATE NOW [https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/ColoradoVeteransProject].
**ALL RACE PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 1, 2026 INCLUDE A COMMERATIVE RACE T-SHIRT AND RACE MEDAL.
RACE ROUTE MAPS: HTTPS://WWW.DENVERVETERANSDAY.COM/RACE-ROUTES [https://www.denverveteransday.com/race-routes]
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About Colorado Veterans Project
Colorado Veterans Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that hosts events as a way of raising funds to focus on our mission and create an environment where veterans can find camradre and community.
OUR MISSION is to empower and support Veterans and transitioning service members in pursuit of vibrant careers, meaningful employment, and successful entrepreneurship to continue a meaningful life full of purpose and fulfillment. We do that by supporting veteran partnerships with training organizations as well and creating pathways with civilian employers in Colorado to support Veteran Hiring.
Learn More at ColoradoVeteransProject.org [http://www.ColoradoVeteransProject.org]
THE 17TH ANNUAL DENVER VETERANS DAY RUN is a memorial 5K & 10K fun run to celebrate local Veterans and includes a 10K Rippetoe Ruck in honor of CPT Russell Brian Rippetoe (https://www.fallenheroesproject.org/post/russell-b-rippetoe) [https://thefallen.militarytimes.com/army-capt-russell-b-rippetoe/256563%29] (Ruck weight - 25lbs loaded pack or weighted vest)
Recognized as Denvers Run for Veterans Day by Mayor Mike Johnson, this fun run is open to runners, joggers, walkers, kids of all ages, and dogs who are always welcome. The suggested route takes runners through the beautiful City Park running trails in downtown Denver. The mission of the Denver Veterans Day Run is to celebrate and show support for our Veterans and their untiring efforts on Veterans Day weekend while supporting Colorado Veteran's Project mission.
For more information on the day's events visit Denver Veterans Day website www.denverveteransday.com [https://www.denverveteransday.com]
100% of your donations go directly to helping Colorado Veterans. If you cannot make the date but still wish to donate to the cause, visit DONATE NOW [https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/ColoradoVeteransProject].
**ALL RACE PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 1, 2026 INCLUDE A COMMERATIVE RACE T-SHIRT AND RACE MEDAL.
RACE ROUTE MAPS: HTTPS://WWW.DENVERVETERANSDAY.COM/RACE-ROUTES [https://www.denverveteransday.com/race-routes]
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About Colorado Veterans Project
Colorado Veterans Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that hosts events as a way of raising funds to focus on our mission and create an environment where veterans can find camradre and community.
OUR MISSION is to empower and support Veterans and transitioning service members in pursuit of vibrant careers, meaningful employment, and successful entrepreneurship to continue a meaningful life full of purpose and fulfillment. We do that by supporting veteran partnerships with training organizations as well and creating pathways with civilian employers in Colorado to support Veteran Hiring.
Learn More at ColoradoVeteransProject.org [http://www.ColoradoVeteransProject.org]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:15AM MST)
$48.95
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10K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.55 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM MST)
$59.55
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10K Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge
Incl. $5.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$70.15
Ruck weight is 25lbs - Loaded ruck or weighted vest
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