Orangetheory 5k at Labor Day Lift Off
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Past event
9:00 AM MDT
Colorado Springs, Colorado
$39.31 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 4th Annual Orangetheory 5k at Labor Day Lift Off, happening on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in beautiful Colorado Springs, El Paso! Kick off your Labor Day weekend with a vibrant community run starting at the IAFF Fallen Firefighters Memorial. This scenic 5k course takes you through the charming streets of Memorial Park and around Prospect Lake, culminating back at the memorial.
The race begins at 9 A.M., but arrive early to witness the stunning launch of around 70 hot air balloons and explore a variety of vendors and shopping opportunities. Participants will not only enjoy a fantastic run but also receive a T-shirt, finisher medals, and a coupon for a complimentary beer or drink! Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female competitors in each age division during an exciting award ceremony following the race. Don’t miss out—register by July 15 to ensure you get your T-shirt! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, this event promises a fun-filled day for everyone.
The race begins at 9 A.M., but arrive early to witness the stunning launch of around 70 hot air balloons and explore a variety of vendors and shopping opportunities. Participants will not only enjoy a fantastic run but also receive a T-shirt, finisher medals, and a coupon for a complimentary beer or drink! Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female competitors in each age division during an exciting award ceremony following the race. Don’t miss out—register by July 15 to ensure you get your T-shirt! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, this event promises a fun-filled day for everyone.
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5k 2025
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Join us for the 4th annual Labor Day Lift Off 5K Race presented by Orangetheory Fitness on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Starting from the Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, run through the side streets of Memorial Park, passing the Velodrome Olympic Center, and around Prospect Lake and finish back at the memorial. The 5K race will start at 9 a.m. on Sunday, September 1st, but come early and watch around 70 balloons take to the sky and enjoy shopping and vendors before the run!
Entries closed9:00 AM MDT
$39.31
Organiser's description
LACE UP & LIFT OFF LABOR DAY WEEKEND!
Join us for the 4TH annual Orangetheory 5k at Labor Day Lift Off on SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025. Starting from the IAFF Fallen Firefighters Memorial (northwest corner of Memorial Park), head through the side streets of Memorial Park, around Prospect Lake and finish back at the memorial. The 5K race will start at 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 31ST, but come early and watch around 70 balloons take to the sky and enjoy shopping and vendors before the run! The top three male and female competitors in each division will bring home the gold, silver, or bronze medals. Award Ceremony will be held near the DJ after race completion.
EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT, FINISHER MEDALS AND A FREE LDLO BEER/DRINK COUPON!*
SIGN UP BY JULY 15, 2025 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT WITH YOUR REGISTRATION!
*while supplies last
REGISTRATION COST:
$30 March 1 - July 14
$35 July 15 - September 1
$40 Same Day Registration
$40 Virtual
_NOTE: T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED AFTER 7/15/25_
PACKET PICKUP:
Registration packets can be picked up at Orangetheory Fitness on Friday, August 29, Saturday August 30 or at Memorial Park on Race Day!
ORANGETHEORY FITNESS LOCATION: 7469 N ACADEMY BLVD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80920
Friday, August 29 2:00pm - 5:00pm at OTF
Saturday, August 30 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at OTF
Sunday, August 31 7:00am - 8:45am at Memorial Park
EVENT SCHEDULE:
7:30 - 8:45 AM: Packet Pickup
8:45 - 9:00 AM: Pre-Run Stretch led by Orangetheory Fitness
9 National Anthem & Race Start
10 Award Ceremony
Results and awards are live & available at the registration tent immediately following your finish!
PARKING:
PRE-PURCHASE PARKING PASSES ARE AVAILABLE AT A DISCOUNTED RATE FOR BOTH THE ROSE BOWL LOT AND EAST LOT. PARKING IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE, AND SPOTS WILL FILL UP QUICKLYSO WE ENCOURAGE EARLY ARRIVAL. THE ROSE BOWL LOT IS CLOSEST TO THE START LINE FOR ADDED CONVENIENCE.
CLICK HERE FOR 5K DISCOUNTED PARKING https://www.squadup.com/events/colorado-springs-labor-day-lift-off-parking
1. SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE AND SELECT CLICK TO UNLOCK HIDDEN TICKET
2. ENTER THE CODE OTF5K
3. SELECT THE ROSE BOWL LOT DROP DOWN
4. SELECT THE QUANTITY OF THE 5K ROSE BOWL PARKING TICKET TO GET YOUR DISCOUNTED PARKING TICKET
A. ONE PARKING TICKET PER CAR
PLEASE ALLOW EXTRA COMMUTE TIME, AS ROAD CLOSURES IN AND AROUND MEMORIAL PARK MAY DISRUPT NORMAL TRAFFIC FLOW. TO ACCESS THE ROSE BOWL LOT: ENTER FROM EASTBOUND ON PIKES PEAK AVE. AND TURN RIGHT ONTO S. HANCOCK AVE. UPON ARRIVAL, PARKING ATTENDANTS WILL DIRECT YOU TO AVAILABLE SPACES.
TO ACCESS THE EAST LOT: HEAD NORTH ON PRINTERS PKWY AND TURN LEFT ONTO INTERNATIONAL CIR./KIDSKARE PT. CONTINUE ON INTERNATIONAL CIR./KIDSKARE PT. UNTIL YOU REACH TRAFFIC CONTROL PERSONNEL WHO WILL DIRECT YOU TO THE EAST LOT.
ADDITIONAL FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE ON SIDE STREETS AROUND MEMORIAL PARK.
WATER STATIONS
On average, Sunday's temperature is warm. It is very important that race participants stay hydrated and wear sunscreen. There will be two water stations on the race course. These stations will provide participants with water. However, please feel free to bring your own hydration along. Water will also be provided for participants before and after the race.
AGE GROUPS
The top three male and female competitors in each division will bring home the gold, silver, or bronze medals. Award Ceremony will be held near the DJ after race completion.
14 and under
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80 and over
Join us for the 4TH annual Orangetheory 5k at Labor Day Lift Off on SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025. Starting from the IAFF Fallen Firefighters Memorial (northwest corner of Memorial Park), head through the side streets of Memorial Park, around Prospect Lake and finish back at the memorial. The 5K race will start at 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 31ST, but come early and watch around 70 balloons take to the sky and enjoy shopping and vendors before the run! The top three male and female competitors in each division will bring home the gold, silver, or bronze medals. Award Ceremony will be held near the DJ after race completion.
EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT, FINISHER MEDALS AND A FREE LDLO BEER/DRINK COUPON!*
SIGN UP BY JULY 15, 2025 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT WITH YOUR REGISTRATION!
*while supplies last
REGISTRATION COST:
$30 March 1 - July 14
$35 July 15 - September 1
$40 Same Day Registration
$40 Virtual
_NOTE: T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED AFTER 7/15/25_
PACKET PICKUP:
Registration packets can be picked up at Orangetheory Fitness on Friday, August 29, Saturday August 30 or at Memorial Park on Race Day!
ORANGETHEORY FITNESS LOCATION: 7469 N ACADEMY BLVD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80920
Friday, August 29 2:00pm - 5:00pm at OTF
Saturday, August 30 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at OTF
Sunday, August 31 7:00am - 8:45am at Memorial Park
EVENT SCHEDULE:
7:30 - 8:45 AM: Packet Pickup
8:45 - 9:00 AM: Pre-Run Stretch led by Orangetheory Fitness
9 National Anthem & Race Start
10 Award Ceremony
Results and awards are live & available at the registration tent immediately following your finish!
PARKING:
PRE-PURCHASE PARKING PASSES ARE AVAILABLE AT A DISCOUNTED RATE FOR BOTH THE ROSE BOWL LOT AND EAST LOT. PARKING IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE, AND SPOTS WILL FILL UP QUICKLYSO WE ENCOURAGE EARLY ARRIVAL. THE ROSE BOWL LOT IS CLOSEST TO THE START LINE FOR ADDED CONVENIENCE.
CLICK HERE FOR 5K DISCOUNTED PARKING https://www.squadup.com/events/colorado-springs-labor-day-lift-off-parking
1. SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE AND SELECT CLICK TO UNLOCK HIDDEN TICKET
2. ENTER THE CODE OTF5K
3. SELECT THE ROSE BOWL LOT DROP DOWN
4. SELECT THE QUANTITY OF THE 5K ROSE BOWL PARKING TICKET TO GET YOUR DISCOUNTED PARKING TICKET
A. ONE PARKING TICKET PER CAR
PLEASE ALLOW EXTRA COMMUTE TIME, AS ROAD CLOSURES IN AND AROUND MEMORIAL PARK MAY DISRUPT NORMAL TRAFFIC FLOW. TO ACCESS THE ROSE BOWL LOT: ENTER FROM EASTBOUND ON PIKES PEAK AVE. AND TURN RIGHT ONTO S. HANCOCK AVE. UPON ARRIVAL, PARKING ATTENDANTS WILL DIRECT YOU TO AVAILABLE SPACES.
TO ACCESS THE EAST LOT: HEAD NORTH ON PRINTERS PKWY AND TURN LEFT ONTO INTERNATIONAL CIR./KIDSKARE PT. CONTINUE ON INTERNATIONAL CIR./KIDSKARE PT. UNTIL YOU REACH TRAFFIC CONTROL PERSONNEL WHO WILL DIRECT YOU TO THE EAST LOT.
ADDITIONAL FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE ON SIDE STREETS AROUND MEMORIAL PARK.
WATER STATIONS
On average, Sunday's temperature is warm. It is very important that race participants stay hydrated and wear sunscreen. There will be two water stations on the race course. These stations will provide participants with water. However, please feel free to bring your own hydration along. Water will also be provided for participants before and after the race.
AGE GROUPS
The top three male and female competitors in each division will bring home the gold, silver, or bronze medals. Award Ceremony will be held near the DJ after race completion.
14 and under
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80 and over
Location
1605 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, 80910, CO, United States
Orangetheory 5k at Labor Day Lift Off
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