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Road runs · 5 km · United States

The Great Candy Run

Denver · Sun, Nov 9, 2025

5K
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The SWEETEST 5K Run/Walk benefits the Fetal Health Foundation. A family-friendly event in Denver with music, awards, and costume fun.

Race month

November · 26°–52°

Field size

2,500

Surface

asphalt

Distances

5k, 0.8k, 0.5k

Distances

Running
5K
5 km
Running
Free Kids Fun Run
0.8 km
0.00 EUR
Running
Free Kids Fun Run
0.5 km

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Your finish time

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6:00

min / km

← faster · 2:0012:00 · easier →

30:00

Estimated finish · 5 km

5 km30:00

Where am I when? · Splits

Start

0:00

Finish

30:00

Estimates only · form, weather, and hills can change the result.

Course & climate

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What to expect

What makes this race distinct — for training and race day.

The SWEETEST 5K Run/Walk benefits the Fetal Health Foundation. A family-friendly event in Denver with music, awards, and costume fun.

The field
2,500
Pacers
Pacers will lead portions of the 5K with paceband guidance and flags as published in the Renntag für Laufende schedule on race day; follow official pacing groups for your start wave.
Medal
Yes
Insurance
Event insurance

What does it cost?

Free Kids Fun Run	0.00 EUR

What's included in entry

Race bib

Event T-shirt

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Getting there

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FAQ

What is the schedule for Sunday?

8:00 AM Bib Pickup Opens, 8:40 AM Free Kids Fun Run (ages 6 & under), 9:00 AM 5K Starts, 9:55 AM Awards Ceremony (approximate), music festivities ongoing from 9AM.

How can I register?

Online registration remains open until 8:55AM on race day at the official site; walk-up registration is available at advance packet pickup and on race day.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, friendly dogs on leashes are welcome but please be considerate of others.

Will there be awards?

Yes, awards include Fastest Overall Male and Female, and Top 3 Males and Females in each age group: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90 & Over.

What does it mean to participate virtually?

Virtual participants complete the 5K at a time and place of their choice, using any mode of movement; materials are mailed, and results are posted online.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:53:09 PM