Lions Roar for Fitness 5k/2.5k Challenge
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Pueblo, Colorado
- Price $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Lions Roar for Fitness 5K/2.5K Challenge, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the scenic Lake Minnequa in Pueblo! This exhilarating event features a 5K challenge kicking off at 9:00 a.m. and a 2.5K challenge starting shortly after at 9:10 a.m., making it a perfect opportunity for runners of all ages and abilities to showcase their skills. Participants can look forward to age group medals awarded to the top finishers, ensuring everyone has a chance to celebrate their achievements.
For the little ones, there's the adorable Kiddie Sprint—a fun 50-yard dash for children aged 5 and under, starting at 10 a.m. with no registration fee required! With age divisions for the 5K and 2.5K races ranging from 6 and under to 50+, this event promotes community spirit and healthy competition. Make sure to register early to secure your t-shirt and get ready to roar with excitement at this fantastic fitness challenge!
For the little ones, there's the adorable Kiddie Sprint—a fun 50-yard dash for children aged 5 and under, starting at 10 a.m. with no registration fee required! With age divisions for the 5K and 2.5K races ranging from 6 and under to 50+, this event promotes community spirit and healthy competition. Make sure to register early to secure your t-shirt and get ready to roar with excitement at this fantastic fitness challenge!
Organiser's Description
SO WHAT IS THE LIONS ROAR FOR FITNESS 5K/2.5K CHALLENGE?
5K CHALLENGE Starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. at Lake Minnequa (near CIMS), but please arrive by 8:15 a.m. There will be a shot gun start. Medals will be awarded to all age group winners after the race.
2.5K CHALLENGE Starts promptly at 9:10 a.m. at Lake Minnequa (near CIMS). Medals will be awarded to winners of the 6 and under, 7-8, and 9-10 age groups.
KIDDIE SPRINT 50 yard sprint for ages 5 and under starts at 10 a.m. This will consist of a 50 yard dash for any child 5 yrs of age and under. This is a fun free event.
5K/2.5K AGE DIVISIONS (M/F) 6 and Under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+
AWARDSOn race day at 10:30 a.m. & at FIMS during the assembly.
Medals will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the 5K race in each age division.
Prizes will be awarded for the top overall finishers in the 5K for male and female. Medals will only be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the 2.5K race in the 6 and under, 7-8, and 9-10 age divisions.
Important Dates:
- Registration: Through September 24th: $30 (Guarantee a t-shirt before race)
- Late Registration: September 25th - October 6th: $35 (T-shirt not guaranteed for race day)
- Day of Race Registration: Online registration will close on end of day Tuesday, October 6th. Registration at race site on October 10th before 8 $40
5K CHALLENGE Starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. at Lake Minnequa (near CIMS), but please arrive by 8:15 a.m. There will be a shot gun start. Medals will be awarded to all age group winners after the race.
2.5K CHALLENGE Starts promptly at 9:10 a.m. at Lake Minnequa (near CIMS). Medals will be awarded to winners of the 6 and under, 7-8, and 9-10 age groups.
KIDDIE SPRINT 50 yard sprint for ages 5 and under starts at 10 a.m. This will consist of a 50 yard dash for any child 5 yrs of age and under. This is a fun free event.
5K/2.5K AGE DIVISIONS (M/F) 6 and Under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+
AWARDSOn race day at 10:30 a.m. & at FIMS during the assembly.
Medals will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the 5K race in each age division.
Prizes will be awarded for the top overall finishers in the 5K for male and female. Medals will only be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the 2.5K race in the 6 and under, 7-8, and 9-10 age divisions.
Important Dates:
- Registration: Through September 24th: $30 (Guarantee a t-shirt before race)
- Late Registration: September 25th - October 6th: $35 (T-shirt not guaranteed for race day)
- Day of Race Registration: Online registration will close on end of day Tuesday, October 6th. Registration at race site on October 10th before 8 $40
Races
-
5k Challenge
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$35.00
CLOSED -
2.5k Challenge
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:10AM MDT)
$35.00
CLOSED
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Lake Minnequa, 1500 Lakeview Ave., Pueblo, 81004, CO, United States
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