Valley 5000

Saturday, August 17, 2024 Past event

11:00 AM MDT

Loveland, Colorado

$30.00–$65.00 · 4 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running and community spirit at the 42nd Valley 5000 in Loveland, Larimer! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, August 17, 2024, starting bright and early at Mehaffey Park. With over 300 runners and even more spectators expected, the Valley 5000 promises to be a fantastic celebration of fitness and camaraderie.

Kick off the day with the Valley One Mile Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the thrilling 5K races, with the elite wave starting at 9:00 AM and the citizens' race following shortly at 9:05 AM. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, you can choose to participate in either the 1-mile or the 5K event—or challenge yourself by signing up for both! This year's Valley 5000 will also feature a new local non-profit partner, making it an even more meaningful event. Don't miss out on the pre-race packet pickup at Backyard Tap on Friday, August 16th, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, or grab your race packets at the park on race day. Join us for a memorable day filled with fun,

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Valley 5000

Includes Options

11:00 AM MDT

$50.00

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Virtual 5k
Virtual

Includes Options

11:00 AM MDT

$50.00

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1-Mile

10:00 AM MDT

$30.00

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1-Mile and 5k Combo

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10:00 AM MDT

$65.00

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Organiser's description

With over 300 runners expected and even more spectators, this will be an amazing year for the 42nd Valley 5000, hosted by Sweetheart City Racing. This run/walk will begin in Mehaffey Park on August 17, 2024 at 8:00am. We are going to have a new Non-Profit Partner for the Valley 5000. Stayed tuned for more info. It is another local non-profit we are excited to partner with. The 1-mile starts at 8am, and the 5K starts at 9:00am for Elites, and 9:05am for the Citizens race. If you can run a 5K, men in 24 min or less, and women 26 min or less, sign up for the elite wave! Sign up to run both the 1-mile and 5K, or just one. Either way, you are guaranteed to have an amazing time!

Pre-Race Packet Pickup: Early packet pickup will be at Backyard Tap, Friday, August 16th, 5:30-6:30pm. Please DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY. We will be setting up and getting ready to start at 5:30pm. You can also pick up your packets 45 min prior to your race start time at MeHaffey Park on Aug 17th.

The Valley 5000 is hosting a 1-mile race!

Valley One Mile Run
Saturday, August 17th 2024
8am
Mehaffey Park
Loveland CO
Our downhill, point-to-point, 1-Mile will be starting off the 42nd Valley 5000!

Valley 5000

Saturday, August 17th 2024
9am Elites and 9:05am Citizen's
Mehaffey Park
Loveland CO

Come join us for the 1-Mile, 5K or BOTH!