The Red Rocks 5K
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location South Burlington, Vermont
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Red Rocks 5K on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in South Burlington, Chittenden! This vibrant event takes you on a scenic journey through the picturesque trails of Red Rocks Park, featuring a mix of dirt and gravel paths with moderate hills that wind through lush woods. The race kicks off at the main gate near Central Ave and wraps up at the picnic area by the beach, offering a beautiful backdrop for runners and spectators alike.
Established in the early 1990s to support the GMAA scholarship fund, The Red Rocks 5K has a rich history of promoting running and academic excellence. Participants aged 12 and older are invited to join the fun, with prizes for the top finishers in various categories, including special awards for those 17 and under. Registration is just $20, with discounts for GMAA members, and pre-registration is highly encouraged for a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. After the race, enjoy post-race snacks and refreshments while celebrating the spirit of community and athletic achievement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make lasting memories!
Established in the early 1990s to support the GMAA scholarship fund, The Red Rocks 5K has a rich history of promoting running and academic excellence. Participants aged 12 and older are invited to join the fun, with prizes for the top finishers in various categories, including special awards for those 17 and under. Registration is just $20, with discounts for GMAA members, and pre-registration is highly encouraged for a chance to win exciting raffle prizes. After the race, enjoy post-race snacks and refreshments while celebrating the spirit of community and athletic achievement. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
COURSE
A 5k on the trails of Red Rocks Park. Trails are dirt and gravel, with moderate hills through woods. NEW COURSE IN 2022: Starting line is at main gate near Central Ave. The finish line is at the picnic area near the beach. See map:
COURSE MAP [https://gmaa.run/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/RedRocksCourseMap2022_v2.jpg]
RACE HISTORY
The GMAA has held a variation of the Red Rocks 5k since the early 1990s to raise money for the GMAA scholarship fund. Each year the GMAA awards scholarships to college-bound runners based on their contributions to the sport of running and their academic achievement. In recent years the GMAA has awarded 2 or 3 $1,000 scholarships to students who have achieved academic excellence and contributed to the sport of running.
REGISTRATION
Entry Fee: $20 (GMAA members subtract $5)
* Pre-registration is encouraged. All pre-registered runners will be entered into the raffle.
* Online pre-registration will close the night before the race at midnight.
* In-person registration will be available on race day 8-9AM.
* THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS, DEFERRALS, OR TRANSFERS.
RESTRICTIONS
Open to all runners 12 and older. For runners under the age of 12, the runner must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the race.
REFRESHMENTS
We will provide post-race snacks and water.
FACILITIES
There will be porta-potties near the entrance to the park and the park restrooms will also be open.
PRIZES
Awards for the overall mens, womens and non-binary finisher in each age group. For the scholarship division (17 and under), top three finishers will be awarded in each category.
All pre-registered runners will be automatically entered into the raffle prizes, which will be distributed at bib pick-up.
PARKING
Red Rocks will be open for race parking, but you will not be able to leave until all runners have finished, which is about 45 minutes after race start. Additionally, you can park on Central Ave, where you would normally park for Red Rocks.
INFORMATION
Alex McHenry: [email protected]
NOTE: GMAA/Insurance rules prohibit running with a baby jogger or dog. For safety reasons and as a courtesy to fellow runners, GMAA strongly discourages the use of headphones.
A 5k on the trails of Red Rocks Park. Trails are dirt and gravel, with moderate hills through woods. NEW COURSE IN 2022: Starting line is at main gate near Central Ave. The finish line is at the picnic area near the beach. See map:
COURSE MAP [https://gmaa.run/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/RedRocksCourseMap2022_v2.jpg]
RACE HISTORY
The GMAA has held a variation of the Red Rocks 5k since the early 1990s to raise money for the GMAA scholarship fund. Each year the GMAA awards scholarships to college-bound runners based on their contributions to the sport of running and their academic achievement. In recent years the GMAA has awarded 2 or 3 $1,000 scholarships to students who have achieved academic excellence and contributed to the sport of running.
REGISTRATION
Entry Fee: $20 (GMAA members subtract $5)
* Pre-registration is encouraged. All pre-registered runners will be entered into the raffle.
* Online pre-registration will close the night before the race at midnight.
* In-person registration will be available on race day 8-9AM.
* THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS, DEFERRALS, OR TRANSFERS.
RESTRICTIONS
Open to all runners 12 and older. For runners under the age of 12, the runner must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the race.
REFRESHMENTS
We will provide post-race snacks and water.
FACILITIES
There will be porta-potties near the entrance to the park and the park restrooms will also be open.
PRIZES
Awards for the overall mens, womens and non-binary finisher in each age group. For the scholarship division (17 and under), top three finishers will be awarded in each category.
All pre-registered runners will be automatically entered into the raffle prizes, which will be distributed at bib pick-up.
PARKING
Red Rocks will be open for race parking, but you will not be able to leave until all runners have finished, which is about 45 minutes after race start. Additionally, you can park on Central Ave, where you would normally park for Red Rocks.
INFORMATION
Alex McHenry: [email protected]
NOTE: GMAA/Insurance rules prohibit running with a baby jogger or dog. For safety reasons and as a courtesy to fellow runners, GMAA strongly discourages the use of headphones.
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