Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 14, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Centennial, Colorado
- Entry fee
- From $30
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Registration | 10K | Nov 14, 20267:30 AM | $42 | – |
| 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration | Half Marathon | Nov 14, 20267:30 AM | $45 | – |
| 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) | 5K | Nov 14, 20267:30 AM | $30 | – |
| 5K Registration | 5K | Nov 14, 20267:30 AM | $37 | – |
| Family Fun Run 1 Mile | Kids | Nov 14, 20267:30 AM | $35 | – |
| Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)Virtual | 5K | Nov 14, 20267:30 AM | $37 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Registration: $42 until Nov 14.
- 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration: $45 until Nov 14.
- 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt): $30 until Nov 14.
- 5K Registration: $37 until Nov 14.
Online registration closes Nov 14, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 25 percent below a typical half marathon in Colorado, which costs $60 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Colorado runs 2:12:38, about 10:07 a mile, based on 60 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:19:55 and men in 2:03:31.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:41 AM, and the 10K Registration starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 5,900 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
Piney Creek Hollow Park (Course Map will be emailed), Centennial, CO 80016
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 14 the day usually runs from 31°F at dawn to 51°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 21°F and hot years reach 68°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
- Piney Creek Hollow Park (Course Map will be emailed), Centennial, CO 80016Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 5,900 feet
- Included with entry
- Running Shirt Packet; T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 14, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 14, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Colorado?
- At $45, entry is about 25 percent below a typical half marathon in Colorado, which costs $60 right now.
- 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?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Piney Creek Hollow Park (Course Map will be emailed), Centennial, CO 80016.
From the organizers
Celebrate this Veterans Day with our annual Freedom Run! 🏃♂️💨
Kick off your weekend with purpose and pride by joining our 5K, 10K, or Half-Marathon. Whether you're running for a personal best or walking with friends and family, let's move together in deep gratitude for the brave Veterans who have sacrificed so much to protect our freedom. 🎖️🗽
You can raise funds for a charity of choice (Optional). 100% of the net funds raised will go towards your cause of choice.