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 downtown Denver! This vibrant event features a 5K and 10K fun run, as well as a special 10K Rippetoe Ruck in honor of CPT Russell Brian Rippetoe. Participants can enjoy a scenic route while celebrating and supporting our local veterans. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just looking to walk with your family and furry friends, this event welcomes everyone.
Not only will you receive a commemorative race T-shirt and medal if you register by October 25, 2026, but your participation also helps raise crucial funds for the Colorado Veterans Project, an organization dedicated to empowering veterans in their pursuit of meaningful careers and community support. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor those who have served while enjoying a day of fitness and fun! For more details, visit the Denver Veterans Day website.
Not only will you receive a commemorative race T-shirt and medal if you register by October 25, 2026, but your participation also helps raise crucial funds for the Colorado Veterans Project, an organization dedicated to empowering veterans in their pursuit of meaningful careers and community support. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor those who have served while enjoying a day of fitness and fun! For more details, visit the Denver Veterans Day website.
Organiser's Description
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 OCTOBER 25, 2026 INCLUDE A COMMERATIVE RACE T-SHIRT AND RACE MEDAL, INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION.
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]
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 OCTOBER 25, 2026 INCLUDE A COMMERATIVE RACE T-SHIRT AND RACE MEDAL, INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION.
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
OPENS 07 MAY -
10K Rippetoe Rucksack Challenge
Incl. $5.15 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$70.15
OPENS 07 MAYRuck weight is 25lbs - Loaded ruck or weighted vest
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