Ugly Sweater 5K Run/Walk
Participants run or walk a certified 5K course staged from Mount Vernon Garden, taking in a party-like atmosphere along the path and at the finish line expo. Registration includes a themed race shirt, a finisher medal, finish line food tables, and free downloadable event photos. An awards ceremony takes place near the finish line for overall and age-group top finishers.
What to Expect
Festive 5K run and walk through Denver's Washington Park.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Washington Park
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Colorado Runner Events LLC
Food & Drink
Finish-line food tables are included, and the mile-1.5 aid station offers water and Gatorade.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Runners and walkers looking for a festive holiday-season outing
Vibe
Festive and active
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: 5K: Early $30; starting 8/1 $33; starting 11/16 $36; Race Day $40. All races are $5 less for ages 17 and under. Pricing does not include service fees. Registration includes a race logo shirt, finishers medal, finish line food tables, a party-like atmosphere on course and at the finish line expo, fully stocked aid stations, professional chip timing using a disposable bib tag, and free photo downloads after the event. – Get tickets
- Hours: 9:00 AM.
- Parking: Street parking is available around Washington Park; the largest lot is at South High School. Visitors are asked to respect neighbors and obey parking signs.
- Accessibility: Strollers are allowed on the course.
- Pets: Dogs may run with participants. Start at the back of the pack or on the outside. Dogs in the park must be leashed, and dogs running with participants must use a leash six feet or shorter; retractable leashes are not allowed in the race.
Tips & Advice
- Pick up your packet at Runners Roost the day before to avoid the race-morning rush, since race-day pickup closes when the last race starts.
- Use a leash six feet or shorter if your dog is running with you, and start at the back of the pack or on the outside.
- Leave the headphones at home, because you may not hear faster runners coming up behind you on the Washington Park course.
- Dress for whatever the Colorado weather brings, since the race runs in rain, snow, wind or cold and is never cancelled for weather.
- Park on the streets around Washington Park or in the large South High School lot, and obey all parking signs out of respect for neighbors.
Special Events & Promotions
- Discounted entry for runners 17 and under.
- Colorado Runner Events Six Pack and Season Pass bundles save money when you sign up for several races.
- The race is an official BOLDERBoulder Qualifier, so your finishing time can qualify you for a BOLDERBoulder qualified wave.
- A virtual option ships the shirt, medal and bib to you free of charge.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with registration?
You get a race logo shirt, a finisher's medal and the finish-line food tables. Registration also covers the fully stocked aid stations, professional chip timing with a disposable bib tag and free photo downloads after the race.
Where do I pick up my race packet?
Pick it up the day before at Runners Roost, 1685 S Colorado Blvd, or on race morning at the race site. Race-day pickup closes when the last race starts.
Can I run with my dog?
Yes. Dogs must be on a leash six feet or shorter, and retractable leashes aren't allowed. Start at the back of the pack or on the outside if your dog is with you.
Can I walk the course or bring a stroller?
Yes, you can walk any distance, and there's no time limit for this 5K. Strollers are allowed.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The race runs no matter what the weather. It isn't cancelled or postponed for cold, snow, rain or wind.
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