Crimson Classic 5k Run & 1.5 Mile Walk
The University of Denver's 12th Annual Crimson Classic 5K Run/1.5 Mile Walk will take place on Friday, October 18, 2024 on Carnegie Green Lawn at 3pm. Music, stretching, and snacks will start at 2:15pm. The focus of the Crimson Classic is to celebrate wellness and to bring together our community. This is a free event! Please scroll down for the day's schedule. All participants who register will receive a 12th Annual Crimson Classic t-shirt. Let's kick off Homecoming weekend together. REGISTER HERE RUN ROUTE MAP below.
FREE 6-Week Personal Training Runs! If you'd like to run weekly to prepare for the Crimson Classic, we are providing a personal trainer for group runs that include a Faculty & Staff session and a Student session. Please click the drop menu below to find out more information.
| 1:00pm | On-site Run Registration, T-shirt Pick-up, Bib Pickup on Carnegie Green Lawn |
| 1:00pm – 2:00pm | Vendors, Sponsors, and Department Table Set-up |
| 2:00pm | Music, Games, and Vendors |
| 2:30pm – 2:45pm | Guided Stretching |
| 2:50pm – 3:00pm | Announcements |
| 3:00pm | Air Horn!! Run/Walk Begins! |
| 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Racing, Mingling, Music, Vendor Interaction, Games Pre and Post Race |
- Running Route, Road Closure Maps
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Registration and Result Posting Instructions
You MUST register and sign the digital waiver to run the race. Register by clicking "Sign Up" on the Run Sign Up Registration Website below. It is free for all participants. During registration, you will be asked to sign a waiver. If you are joining the race day-of there will be paper waivers for you to sign at the registration table or a QR code for you to fill out registration via your phone. Race Results will be posted on Carnegie Green Lawn following the race.
REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Denver/2023DUCrimsonClassic5KRunWalk
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FREE 6-Week Personal Trainer Group Preparation Runs
We are providing a free 6-week running training program for Students, Faculty, and Staff.
Faculty and Staff Runs:
Wednesday Mornings, 7:15am - 8:15am
Starting on September 11, 2024
Coors Fitness Center Front Desk
Student Weekly Runs:
Thursday Mornings, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Starting on September 12, 2024
Coors Fitness Center Front Desk
2201 E Asbury Avenue
Denver, CO 80208
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Early T-Shirt & Bib Pick Up
For those pre-registered on the Run Signup Registration website, you will be able to pick up your T-Shirt and Bib early!
Wednesday, October 16th on Carnegie Green Lawn
11:00am – 2:00pm Early T-Shirt and Bib Pick-Up
Thursday, October 17th on Carnegie Green Lawn
11:00am – 2:00pm Early T-Shirt and Bib Pick-Up
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Event Exclusions
Please be aware of your surroundings while racing. Strollers are allowed, but please ensure to start in the back after all other runners and walkers. Pets are not allowed on course. Service animals are allowed. Participants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Thank You to our Generous Sponsors TIAA, Gallagher, Cigna, and Kaiser Permanente for helping to make this year's Crimson Classic 5k possible!
Email: well@du.edu
For reasonable accommodation, please email benefits@du.edu.
