2026 Denver Colfax Marathon

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2026 Denver Colfax Marathon raceroster.com
Date 16 May – 17 May, 2026
Races 5 distances
Entry fee $54.88 – $413.24
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2026 Denver Colfax Marathon

About the event

The Denver Colfax Marathon celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026, solidifying its status as the largest running weekend in the Mile High City. Spanning two days of competition, the event centers around Denver’s iconic City Park and offers a diverse range of distances that highlight the city's unique urban landscape. Whether participants are looking for a solo challenge or a team-based experience, the weekend is designed to be an inclusive celebration of health and community spirit.

Category Distance Event Date Start Time
5K Run/Walk 5 km Saturday, May 16 09:00 AM
Full Marathon 42.2 km Sunday, May 17 06:00 AM
Half Marathon 21.1 km Sunday, May 17 06:00 AM
Urban 10 Miler 16.1 km Sunday, May 17 06:00 AM
Marathon Relay Shared 42.2 km Sunday, May 17 06:00 AM

Managed by Team Colfax, the event serves as a major platform for local and national charities through its extensive Charity Partners Program. The marathon route is famous for its varied scenery, taking runners through traditional neighborhoods, stadium grounds, and past key metropolitan landmarks, ensuring a vibrant experience for all entrants.

Logistics and Participant Information:

  • -- Mile High Two Day Challenge: Runners can maximize their weekend by participating in the Saturday 5K followed by any of the primary Sunday race distances.
  • -- Location Hub: All major event activities and start/finish lines are concentrated within City Park, Denver, providing a central location for gear checks and post-race festivities.
  • -- Corporate and Group Support: The organization provides streamlined registration services for companies, large groups, and charities through a dedicated multi-registration code system.
  • -- Communication: Inquiries regarding sponsorship, charity involvement, or general race details are handled via specific electronic communication channels to ensure efficient participant support.
  • -- Anniversary Year: As the 20th running of the event, the 2026 weekend is expected to feature commemorative elements celebrating two decades of running along the Colfax corridor.

With its early Sunday start times, the marathon allows runners to enjoy the cooler morning temperatures and the unique atmosphere of a city waking up to one of its most anticipated annual sporting traditions.

Races offered

16May

Colfax 5K

Others, Running

Distance
5K
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$54.88
17May

Half Marathon

Others, Running

Distance
21.1K
Start time
06:00
Entry fee
$172.46
17May

Marathon

Others, Running

Distance
42.2K
Start time
06:00
Entry fee
$189.26
17May

Relay

Others, Running

Distance
42.2K
Start time
06:00
Entry fee
$413.24
17May

Urban 10 miler

Others, Running

Distance
16.1K
Start time
06:00
Entry fee
$138.87

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for May in Denver.

Temperature6.8° / 21.7°
Feels like3.9° / 18.4°
Sunshine hours11h 38m
Rainfall2.7 mm
Snowfall—
Wind8.5 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity54.6%
Max UV indexHigh (6.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise05:44
Sunset20:08

About Denver

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Denver is the capital of the western U.S. state of Colorado and the dominant city of the Rocky Mountain Region. Founded in 1858 as the placer gold mining camp known as the Cherry Creek Diggings, the "Mile-High City" is today the most populous city within a 560-mile (900 km) radius and the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor of more than five million residents. Denver embraces its cowboy and mining past but also looks toward the future with a vibrant arts and performing arts scene, dozens of great outdoor festivals, and distinct neighborhoods each offering a unique experience. You'll find everything a cosmopolitan city has to offer including a spectacular view of and easy access to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, which arise only 12 miles (19 km) west of the Colorado State Capitol.

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