Run for the Ring
Aurora, Colorado, United States
Aug 1, 2026 - Saturday
5k
Race Information
The Run for the Ring Run/Walk 5K and Kids Fun Run is a professionally timed race on a USATF-certified course that supports the efforts and programs of The Guild of the Children's Diabetes Foundation, the fundraising arm of the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes. Registration includes breakfast bites, a timing chip (5K only), a race bib, entrance to the Exhibitor Expo, and a Run for the Ring performance t-shirt (must register before the cut-off date). Winners from each age group will be awarded a medal during an awards ceremony following the 5K.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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