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Course Highlights<\/h3>\n

The Colfax Marathon Relay lets teams of five runners share the full 26.2-mile Colfax Marathon course through Denver’s most iconic landmarks. The relay is divided into four legs, sending runners through Empower Field at Mile High on the warning track, along the bustling Colfax Avenue past the State Capitol and VooDoo Donuts, through a full mile inside Denver Zoo with live animal spectators, around Sloan’s Lake with Rocky Mountain views, and through Lakewood before returning to the City Park finish festival. Exchange zones are strategically located at memorable Denver landmarks, making spectating easy and exciting.<\/p>\n

Race Details<\/h3>\n

The 2027 Colfax Marathon Relay starts Sunday, May 16, 2027 at 6:00 AM alongside the full marathon runners. Relay teams compete in Corporate, Government, Public School, and Open divisions, making the event accessible to office teams, school groups, and community organizations. Each runner runs one leg of the relay; legs vary in distance from approximately 3 to 8 miles. All relay runners and teams finish at the massive City Park after-party with live music, beer garden, and food trucks lakeside. Every bib includes a free RTD transit pass for the day.<\/p>\n

Why Teams Love It<\/h3>\n

The Colfax Marathon Relay is one of Colorado’s most popular team sporting events, drawing hundreds of corporate and community teams each year. The relay format makes marathon-distance running accessible to groups of friends, coworkers, and community members who might not individually take on 26.2 miles. Team camaraderie, the epic course, and the City Park finish party combine to create an unforgettable shared experience. Many teams return year after year, building relay traditions that span decades.<\/p>\n

Race Weekend Tips<\/h3>\n

Relay teams need a logistics plan for each exchange zone \u2014 study the course map and ensure all runners have transportation to their starting exchange point. Denver road closures from 5 AM\u20131 PM on race Sunday affect large portions of central Denver; plan drop-offs well in advance. Each relay runner should dress appropriately for their start time \u2014 early starters (around 6 AM) may face temperatures in the upper 30s\u00b0F. The mandatory expo at Empower Field on Friday and Saturday is where relay team captains pick up all team bibs.<\/p>\n

Register<\/h3>\n

Team registration opens in August 2026 at runcolfax.org<\/a>. Corporate and Government Cup relay divisions have separate registration processes \u2014 email info@runcolfax.org for large group pricing. 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Course Highlights<\/h3>\n

The Cherry Creek Sneak is one of Denver’s oldest and most beloved springtime running traditions, held annually the last Sunday of April in the vibrant Cherry Creek North neighborhood. Courses of five distances wind through the tree-lined streets of one of Denver’s most walkable and stylish districts, passing boutique shops, art galleries, and restaurants. The signature 10-Mile course is the centerpiece for competitive runners, while the 5-Mile, 5K, and 1.5-Mile Sprint options welcome everyone from speedy elites to families pushing strollers. The event marks the official kick-off to Denver’s racing season.<\/p>\n

Race Details<\/h3>\n

The 10-Mile event traditionally starts at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5-Mile and 5K at 8:30\u20139:00 AM. All courses start and finish in the heart of Cherry Creek North, with spectators easily able to cheer from multiple points along the route. The event features a legendary post-race party with live music and a beer garden. A Kids’ Fun Run and Diaper Dash keep the whole family entertained. Thousands of participants dress in costume for the annual costume contest, adding to the party-like atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Why Runners Love It<\/h3>\n

The Cherry Creek Sneak has been a Denver institution since 1983, drawing over 10,000 participants each year. The combination of a manageable, flat-to-rolling urban course, festive neighborhood setting, costume culture, and the craft beer post-party makes it one of the most anticipated events on Colorado’s spring racing calendar. The 10-Mile distance is a perfect sharpener for those training for summer marathons.<\/p>\n

Race Weekend Tips<\/h3>\n

Cherry Creek North offers limited street parking on race day \u2014 plan on public transit via the RTD or arrange a rideshare drop-off several blocks away. Costumes are celebrated and optional, but temperature-appropriate layers are smart for an early April morning that can be anywhere from 35\u00b0F to 65\u00b0F in Denver. Packet pickup is typically available the Saturday before at a Cherry Creek location, saving time on race morning.<\/p>\n

Register<\/h3>\n

Registration typically opens in January at cherrycreeksneak.com<\/a>. 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