WinterFest 5k & Fun Run
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 10:10AM MST
- Location Thornton, Colorado
- Price $20.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to embrace the winter magic at the WinterFest 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Thornton, Colorado! This festive event, held at Carpenter Park, invites participants of all ages to bundle up and join in the celebration. Lace up your running shoes for the chip-timed 5K race, perfect for competitive runners seeking personal bests, or opt for the Family Fun Run/Walk, an untimed course of approximately 3/4 mile that offers a delightful stroll for kids and families alike.
Every finisher will receive a collectible WinterFest mug to fill with a warm drink at the finish line, making it a perfect keepsake to celebrate your achievement. The festivities don’t end there! Stick around for Thornton's WinterFest celebration, featuring ice skating, a holiday marketplace, visits with Santa, and a heated beer garden. Plus, support a great cause by bringing a food donation for our charity partner, Food for Hope, to help local students in need. Make this cheerful event a cherished tradition for your family and friends and register today to join the holiday fun!
Every finisher will receive a collectible WinterFest mug to fill with a warm drink at the finish line, making it a perfect keepsake to celebrate your achievement. The festivities don’t end there! Stick around for Thornton's WinterFest celebration, featuring ice skating, a holiday marketplace, visits with Santa, and a heated beer garden. Plus, support a great cause by bringing a food donation for our charity partner, Food for Hope, to help local students in need. Make this cheerful event a cherished tradition for your family and friends and register today to join the holiday fun!
Organiser's Description
snowflake Run, Walk & Celebrate at WinterFest!
Bundle up, lace up, and get ready for some holiday cheer! Join us on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at Carpenter Park in Thornton, Colorado, for the WinterFest 5K & Fun Run!
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or making holiday memories with the whole family, there's a little winter magic waiting for everyone! snowman
5K Run/Walk A chip-timed 5K with awards for competitive runners and plenty of festive fun for everyone else!
Family Fun Run/Walk An untimed, approximately 3/4 -mile course that's perfect for kids, families, and anyone who wants a shorter stroll filled with holiday spirit.
hot beverage A Mug Full of Holiday Cheer! Every finisher receives a festive, collectible WinterFest mug! Fill it with a warm drink at the finish line and celebrate your accomplishment with friends and family.
The Fun Doesn't Stop at the Finish Line!
Stick around and enjoy Thornton's WinterFest celebration, featuring:
ice skate Ice skating
Holiday Marketplace
Visits with Santa
Heated Beer Garden
Plenty of holiday festivities!
red heart We're proud to feature our Charity Partner: Food for Hope, helping provide food and essential nutrition to local students. Bring a food donation on race day and help spread a little extra holiday kindness!
sparkles Make WinterFest part of your family's holiday tradition! Bring your friends, your family, and your festive spirit. We'll bring the finish-line cheer!
Register today and celebrate the season with us!
Bundle up, lace up, and get ready for some holiday cheer! Join us on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at Carpenter Park in Thornton, Colorado, for the WinterFest 5K & Fun Run!
Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or making holiday memories with the whole family, there's a little winter magic waiting for everyone! snowman
5K Run/Walk A chip-timed 5K with awards for competitive runners and plenty of festive fun for everyone else!
Family Fun Run/Walk An untimed, approximately 3/4 -mile course that's perfect for kids, families, and anyone who wants a shorter stroll filled with holiday spirit.
hot beverage A Mug Full of Holiday Cheer! Every finisher receives a festive, collectible WinterFest mug! Fill it with a warm drink at the finish line and celebrate your accomplishment with friends and family.
The Fun Doesn't Stop at the Finish Line!
Stick around and enjoy Thornton's WinterFest celebration, featuring:
ice skate Ice skating
Holiday Marketplace
Visits with Santa
Heated Beer Garden
Plenty of holiday festivities!
red heart We're proud to feature our Charity Partner: Food for Hope, helping provide food and essential nutrition to local students. Bring a food donation on race day and help spread a little extra holiday kindness!
sparkles Make WinterFest part of your family's holiday tradition! Bring your friends, your family, and your festive spirit. We'll bring the finish-line cheer!
Register today and celebrate the season with us!
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3498 E 112th Ave, Carpenter Park, Thornton, 80233, CO, United States
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