The Red Rocks 5K

Race Info

The Red Rocks 5K is on Saturday August 1, 2026. This is a 5K run on the trails of Red Rocks Park. Trails are dirt and gravel, with moderate hills through woods. The starting line is at the main gate near Central Ave, and the finish line is at the picnic area near the beach.

The GMAA has held a variation of the Red Rocks 5k since the early 1990s to raise money for the GMAA scholarship fund. Each year, the GMAA awards scholarships to college-bound runners based on their contributions to the sport of running and their academic achievement.

Registration

Entry Fee: $20 (GMAA members subtract $5). Pre-registration is encouraged. Online pre-registration will close the night before the race at midnight. In-person registration will be available on race day from 8-9 AM. There will be no refunds, deferrals, or transfers.

Restrictions

Open to all runners 12 and older. For runners under the age of 12, the runner must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the race.

Refreshments & Facilities

Post-race snacks and water will be provided. There will be porta-potties near the entrance to the park and the park restrooms will also be open.

Prizes

Awards for the overall men’s, women’s and non-binary finisher in each age group. For the scholarship division (17 and under), top three finishers will be awarded in each category. All pre-registered runners will be automatically entered into the raffle prizes, which will be distributed at bib pick-up.

Parking

Red Rocks will be open for race parking, but you will not be able to leave until all runners have finished (about 45 minutes after race start). Additionally, you can park on Central Ave.

Information

Alex McHenry: [email protected]

NOTE: GMAA/Insurance rules prohibit running with a baby jogger or dog. For safety reasons and as a courtesy to fellow runners, GMAA strongly discourages the use of headphones.