Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Denver 2027
- Date
- Sunday, May 9, 2027
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $36 on Feb 3, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $32$36 after Feb 3, 2027 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $32$36 after Feb 3, 2027 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $55$61 after Nov 11, 2026 | – |
| Kid's Dash | Kids | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | May 9, 20277:00 AM | Free | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RunVirtual | – | May 9, 20277:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $36 on Feb 3, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $32 until Feb 3, then $36 until Mar 16, then $40 until Apr 20, then $44 until May 8, then $48 until May 9.
- 1 Mile: $22 until May 9.
- Half Marathon: $55 until Nov 11, then $61 until Jan 12, then $67 until Mar 16, then $73 until Apr 20, then $79 until May 7, then $85 until May 9.
- Kid's Dash: $17 until May 9.
Online registration closes May 9, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $55, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Colorado ($60).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Denver runs 2:17:35, about 10:30 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:27:10 and men in 2:04:15.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:52 AM, and the 10K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 5,210 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
TBD, Denver, CO 80202
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (4 years)Half Marathon
5K
10K
Aggregated from official results for Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Denver. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Denver?
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:43:05 or better, the top quarter in 1:54:46, and half the field in 2:04:57; the last tenth came in after 2:39:47.
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:59 or better, the top quarter in 26:10, and half the field in 34:24; the last tenth came in after 48:30.
At the 2026 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 49:17 or better, the top quarter in 53:30, and half the field in 1:03:06; the last tenth came in after 1:16:45.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 1:54:46 | n/a |
| 30-39 | 2:01:32 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
Down 21 percent since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Denver Half Marathon year by year
From 2023 to 2026, the field went from 90 to 41 finishers, and the median time dropped from 2:25:33 to 2:04:57.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 41 (-64%) | 2:04:57 | under 1:43:05 | 1:25:29 |
| 2025 | 115 (+17%) | 2:18:52 | under 1:42:26 | 1:21:56 |
| 2024 | 98 (+9%) | 2:14:06 | under 1:36:39 | 1:18:26 |
| 2023 | 90 | 2:25:33 | under 1:44:30 | 1:33:46 |
From each year's official results for the Half Marathon; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Colorado half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:59:15, against 1:56:43 in a typical Colorado half marathon, so times here are about average.
- 5K: Faster than most Colorado 5Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 28:29, against 29:37 in a typical Colorado 5K, so times here run 4 percent faster.
- 10K: About average for Colorado 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 54:50, against 55:16 in a typical Colorado 10K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around May 9 the day usually runs from 42°F at dawn to 72°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- TBD, Denver, CO 80202Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 5,210 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (May 9, 2027), 2026 (May 10, 2026), 2025 (Jun 21, 2025), 2024 (Aug 11, 2024), 2023 (Aug 20, 2023)
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Quick answers
- When is Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Denver?
- Sunday, May 9, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $36 on Feb 3, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes May 9, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Colorado?
- At $55, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Colorado ($60).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 41 runners finished the Half Marathon; the median finish was 2:04:57 and the winner ran 1:25:29.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:59:15, against 1:56:43 in a typical Colorado half marathon, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- TBD, Denver, CO 80202.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Pacers for the half marathon
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!