PRA Miner Gold Rush
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Broomfield, Colorado
- Price $15.00 - $300.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Miner Gold Rush and Fall Festival on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, at Prospect Ridge Academy in Broomfield! This exciting community event promises a day filled with fun and festivities, all while supporting a great cause. Participants can choose to run in the invigorating 5K race or join the 1-Mile Fun Run, with early bird registration available until September 7th.
The 5K race kicks off in the morning at 9 a.m., followed by the Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a variety of attractions including carnival games, face painting, a Ninja Nation obstacle course, and the new panning for gold experience. Food trucks will be on-site to satisfy your cravings, and don't miss the chance to cool off in the dunk tank! Whether you're running, cheering, or enjoying the festivities, the Miner Gold Rush is a wonderful way to connect with the community and support Prospect Ridge Academy's mission of providing quality education. Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic day!
The 5K race kicks off in the morning at 9 a.m., followed by the Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a variety of attractions including carnival games, face painting, a Ninja Nation obstacle course, and the new panning for gold experience. Food trucks will be on-site to satisfy your cravings, and don't miss the chance to cool off in the dunk tank! Whether you're running, cheering, or enjoying the festivities, the Miner Gold Rush is a wonderful way to connect with the community and support Prospect Ridge Academy's mission of providing quality education. Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic day!
Organiser's Description
Prospect Ridge Academy is thrilled to present our 12th Annual Miner Gold Rush and Fall Festival! All proceeds will benefit Prospect Ridge Academy, a public charter school providing a rigorous, quality K-12 education with an intensified math and science focus. Help support the school while having fun in this exciting community event! PLEASE CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES!
RACE REGISTRATION INFORMATION
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION - MAY 1 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 7:
* 5K - $40
* 1 Mile Fun Run - $25
REGULAR REGISTRATION - SEPTEMBER 8 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27:
* 5K - $45
* 1 Mile Fun Run - $30
SAME-DAY REGISTRATION
* 5K - $55
* 1 Mile Fun Run - $40
**NEW THIS YEAR** 5K RACE AT NEW TIME
The 5K race will be held in the morning on Saturday, September 28. Same-day packet pickup will begin at 8 a.m. with the race beginning promptly at 9 a.m. Once the race is finished you can go home, change, and return for the Fall Festival and Fun Run!
FALL FESTIVAL AND 1-MILE FUN RUN
Join us for the Fall Festival from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the PRA high school grass field! Attractions include:
* 1-mile Fun Run
* NEW THIS YEAR: PANNING FOR GOLD! THIS NEW ATTRACTION WILL LET YOU PAN FOR PRIZES AS A MINER!
* Carnival games with prizes!
* Ninja Nation obstacle course with Warp Wall. Click this link to fill out their waiver. [https://www.waiverfile.com/b/CONorthMobile/ChooseWaiver.aspx?eventid=208188f0-30a9-4612-a4a9-66450dc2c495]
* Food trucks
* Dunk Tank (sponsored by PRA Cross Country - extra fee to play - 5 balls for $5)
* Craft table
* Face painting (sponsored by Krista Hwang - all donations go to PRA Theater)
* Photo area
* Broomfield Police Department
Fall Festival wristbands are included in your 5K and 1-Mile race registration. Fall Festival wristbands can be purchased separately both online for $15 or at the event for $25 each.
_Want to save time? Purchase your wristband above and pick them up during packet pickup, giving you more time to enjoy the activities! Prices are more at the door so preorder today!_
Click this link for more information on Prospect Ridge Academy. [http://www.prospectridgeacademy.org]
RACE REGISTRATION INFORMATION
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION - MAY 1 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 7:
* 5K - $40
* 1 Mile Fun Run - $25
REGULAR REGISTRATION - SEPTEMBER 8 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 27:
* 5K - $45
* 1 Mile Fun Run - $30
SAME-DAY REGISTRATION
* 5K - $55
* 1 Mile Fun Run - $40
**NEW THIS YEAR** 5K RACE AT NEW TIME
The 5K race will be held in the morning on Saturday, September 28. Same-day packet pickup will begin at 8 a.m. with the race beginning promptly at 9 a.m. Once the race is finished you can go home, change, and return for the Fall Festival and Fun Run!
FALL FESTIVAL AND 1-MILE FUN RUN
Join us for the Fall Festival from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the PRA high school grass field! Attractions include:
* 1-mile Fun Run
* NEW THIS YEAR: PANNING FOR GOLD! THIS NEW ATTRACTION WILL LET YOU PAN FOR PRIZES AS A MINER!
* Carnival games with prizes!
* Ninja Nation obstacle course with Warp Wall. Click this link to fill out their waiver. [https://www.waiverfile.com/b/CONorthMobile/ChooseWaiver.aspx?eventid=208188f0-30a9-4612-a4a9-66450dc2c495]
* Food trucks
* Dunk Tank (sponsored by PRA Cross Country - extra fee to play - 5 balls for $5)
* Craft table
* Face painting (sponsored by Krista Hwang - all donations go to PRA Theater)
* Photo area
* Broomfield Police Department
Fall Festival wristbands are included in your 5K and 1-Mile race registration. Fall Festival wristbands can be purchased separately both online for $15 or at the event for $25 each.
_Want to save time? Purchase your wristband above and pick them up during packet pickup, giving you more time to enjoy the activities! Prices are more at the door so preorder today!_
Click this link for more information on Prospect Ridge Academy. [http://www.prospectridgeacademy.org]
Races
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5K Run + Fall Festival
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM MDT)
$40.00
PRA's 5K course takes runners from PRA's track, along the canal behind the school, through parts of the Anthem neighborhood, around the park southwest of the school, back along the canal, and finishes back at PRA's track. 8:00 a.m.: Same-day packet pickup 8:30 a.m.: Start corralling for 5K 9:00 a.m.: 5K race begins 12:30 p.m.: Medal Ceremony at the main stage at the Fall Festival Those who place in the top three of each division of the 5K will receive a medal! Medals breakdown: Top 3 Overall (Male/Female) Top 3 Age 0-9 (Male/Female) Top 3 Age 10-19 (Male/Female) Top 3 Age 20-29 (Male/Female) Top 3 Age 30+ (Male/Female) Note: Those who medal overall will not be counted in their age division. Fall Festival wristbands are included in your purchase! -
1 Mile Fun Run + Fall Festival
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:30AM MDT)
$25.00
Timing for the 1-Mile Fun Run will be: 9:30 a.m.: Family sponsor same-day packet pickup and early entrance to the Ninja Course (Diamond, Platinum and Gold Sponsors only) 10:00 a.m.: General admission for same-day packet pickup begins 10:30 a.m.: Fun Run #1 begins: Grade K -1st - 1 lap around track 10:40 a.m.: Fun Run #2 begins: Grade 2nd -3rd - 2 laps around track 10:50 a.m.: Fun Run #3 begins: Grade 4 -5 - 4 laps around track 11:00 a.m.: Fun Run #4 begins: All others - 4 laps around track Please arrive early to make sure you're ready when your heat begins! Fall Festival wristbands are included in your purchase! -
Fall Festival Only
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM MDT)
$15.00
Join us for the Fall Festival from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.! Attractions include: Gold panning, Ninja Nation obstacle course, a dunk tank, face painting, arts and crafts, as well as a wide variety of carnival games and prizes! Fall Festival wristbands are included in your race registration. Wristbands can be purchased separately at the event for $15 each. -
Fall Fun Package: 4 MGR Registrations and 2 Gala Tickets!
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM MDT)
$300.00
We are doing something new this year! Purchase the Fall Fun package to receive up to 4 MGR race vouchers (you can choose between the 5K and/or the 1-mile Fun Run) AND 2 Gala tickets! This is a great deal so don't wait! Click HERE to purchase. The Gala will be held on Saturday, November 9.
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