Calendar

Nov
12
Sat
2016
Demon Dash 5K Run/Walk @ Golden High School
Nov 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Demon Dash 5K Run/WalkWhether you’re a runner or a walker, come, be active, and join this fun community event to support Golden High School! All money raised by Demon Dash will benefit Golden High School students by funding technology and co-curricular activities such as clubs and athletics.

Parking

Race participants are encouraged to park in the parking lots on the northeast side of Golden High School. The lots are accessible via S. Golden Road (off the roundabout) and 24th Street at Willow Creek Drive.

The start line is on 24th Street directly in front of Golden High School.

Nov
26
Sat
2016
Be a Tool 5K Elf Run @ Downtown Golden
Nov 26 @ 8:30 am

Be a Tool Elf RunThe 3nd annual Be A Tool 5k Run is happening on Small Business Saturday and the proceeds will help support the growth of the Neighborhood Rehab Project (NRP). In September of this year approximately 750 volunteers came together in Golden, Arvada and Englewood to help work on projects for folks in need of warm, safe and dry conditions. Proceeds from this race will go directly toward future projects in 2016 and 2017.

The 5K will start at 8:30 a.m. under the Welcome to Golden Arch with check-in starting at 7:30 a.m. Runners will finish on 12th Street where they can enjoy a free pancake breakfast and win prizes from Golden’s local businesses. Prizes will be awarded for the best elf costumes! Categories include adult, child, group and pet. Race participants will also receive a reusable goodie bag with discount coupons to Golden businesses and an event t-shirt. The first 200 registrants will also receive a free elf hat.

Register at www.beatool.org. Adults are $35 and youth (under 12) are $15 for the 5K Run through Nov. 26. Walk-up registration for the 5K Run will be $39.

Sep
24
Sun
2017
Golden Gallop 2017 @ Parfet Park
Sep 24 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Golden GallopOn Sunday, September 24, 2017 Golden’s biggest annual race will take place for the 12th year running! Starting again beneath the City’s famous ‘Welcome’ arch, right in the center of historic downtown Golden, and finishing in Parfet Park beside Clear Creek, the Golden Gallop will lead its runners on 5k and 10k loops followed by the Kid’s Fun Run.

Learn more and register today!

Oct
1
Sun
2017
8th Annual Coyote Classic 5K & 1 Mile Run @ Shelton Elementary School
Oct 1 @ 8:30 am

Coyote ClassicLooking for a fun run for the entire family? Don’t miss the 8th annual Coyote 5K Classic and 1 mile fun run on Sunday, October 1 in Golden, CO at 8:30 am. All proceeds benefit Shelton elementary school.

The 5k course is nestled next to Apex open space and has stunning views of Golden’s Table Mountains and Boulder’s Flatirons. The 5k starts and finishes at Shelton Elementary in Golden, CO. The course is hilly and challenging but will reward you with beautiful views. The 1-mile fun run will take place on Shelton Elementary school field and nearby park and bike trail.

Nov
23
Thu
2017
The 5th Annual Great Turkey Chase Fun Run @ Parfet Park
Nov 23 @ 8:30 am – 11:30 am

The 5th Annual Great Turkey ChaseThe Great Turkey Chase happens Thanksgiving morning starting in Parfet Park at 8:30 a.m.!

This 3 Mile Fun Run/Walk along beautiful Clear Creek in Golden Colorado is good fun for the entire family. Children can chase Tom the Turkey to try and get a feather, which they turn in for a prize. After the run get your huge Pumpkin Pie, entry gift, and goody bag. Then enjoy a beer from Cannonball Creek Brewing Co. and Holidaily Brewing Co.

$1.00 from each Adult Entry goes to the Golden Schools Foundation!

Run On over to Runners High in Golden to register.

Nov
25
Sat
2017
Be A Tool 5K Elf Run @ Under the Arch, Downtown Golden
Nov 25 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Be a Tool Elf RunThe 4th annual Be A Tool 5k Run (On Small Business Saturday) is being held to help support the growth of the Neighborhood Rehab Project (coined Be A Tool) – which is a non-profit based out of Golden, CO. Our focus is addressing safe, dry, warm, & quality of life issues for homeowners in need. In September of this year over 1,000 volunteers came together in Golden, Arvada & Englewood to help work on projects for folks in need of warm, safe and dry conditions.

Proceeds from this race will go directly toward future projects in 2017 & 2018.

The 5K begins at 8:30 a.m. under the Howdy Folks arch. Save your bibs because participants will receive a free pancake breakfast and a chance to win one of many give-away prizes. Men’s & women’s 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall winner will receive a medal.

Register early, the first 200 registrants will receive an Elf hat. This is an incredibly fun, family friendly event! Put on your most festive holiday attire and come join us for a fun morning of activities supporting Small Business Saturday as well as a great cause!

COG Mesa

 Golden has 402 acres of open space
and maintains 253 acres of parks right within the city itself.

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