Parker is an active place to live with several 5K & Fun Run opportunities throughout the year.
- Love ’em or Leave ’em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K – each February
- Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek – each June (Details below)
- 4th of July Run (Details below)
- So Long to Summer 5K/10K – each August
- Turkey Day 5K (Each Thanksgiving Morning)
Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek
Giddy up! Grab your cowboy hat and stick horse because this event is going to make ya’ll shout YEEHAW as we celebrate the beginning of summer and Parker’s rich rural history!
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Date: June 1, 2019
Time: 5K: 8 a.m. Family Fun Trek: 8:05 a.m.
Location: Tallman Meadow Park, 12335 Canterberry Parkway
Registration will be available in Feb. 2019.
Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, this event is professionally timed (5K). The Family Fun Trek is about 1 mile of laid-back, outdoorsy fun. All participants will receive a commemorative item, as well as a delicious post-race pancake breakfast and a chance to win prizes. The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. All results are determined using “gun time,” meaning the timing starts simultaneously for all participants in the category. The FREE Kids’ Dash follows the race for children 8 and under; no registration necessary.
Race Courses
The Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek is held at Tallman Meadow Park. View a detailed map (PDF) to find routes, parking, water stations and more.
Race Packet Pickup
Packets are available at RNK Running & Walking, 13019 S Parker Rd., the Thursday and Friday prior to the event from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or at the event beginning at 7 a.m.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities will be available. Watch for information as the event approaches. Find additional volunteer opportunities online.
Additional Event and Sponsorship Information
This event is held rain, snow or shine. Refunds will not be issued. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome but must remain on the right side of the trail at all times. Parking is limited, please carpool.
For additional event information, email Charlie Rhode. For sponsorship information, please email Jaime Vollertsen or call at 303.805.3267.
View our video to see how much fun we have! Enjoy photos from past events on the Parks and Recreation Facebook page.
Parker 4th of July 5K race in Downtown Parker! July 4th, 2019 @ 8 am
Begin in downtown Parker and run the Parker Trail System Proceeds benefit Council of Arts Science and Culture
REGISTRATION
Online registration will remain open until the start of the race.
5K Entry
- Early Bird (thru Feb 28th) – $25
- March 1 – May 31 – $30
- June 1 – July 3rd – $35
- Race Day Registration – $40
- Family 4 Pack (thru July 3rd) – $100
- Kids 10 & under – $15
Kids Race
- Jan 1 – July 4th – $5
- Includes finisher ribbon & bib
- Not Timed
PACKET PICKUP
Pre-Race:
- June 29th – July 3rd
- RNK Running & Walking
Race Day:
- Opens at 6:30 am
DAY OF SCHEDULE
Race Day:
- 6:30 am – Packet pick up opens
- 8 am – 5K Start
- 9:15 am – Kids Run
- Pre-school 1/4 mile
- Grade school 1/2 mile
Parker Run Series
Parker Recreation hosts four family-friendly races each year as part of the annual Run Series, which is expected to promote community and active living to more than 2,500 participants over the course of the year!
Any proceeds from the events will benefit the Town of Parker Scholarship Program, which helps Parker families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in Town Recreation programs and facilities.
- Charlie Rhode
Event Coordinator
cwrhode@parkeronline.org
Ph: 303.805.6304 - Jaime Vollertsen
Event Sponsorship
jvollertsen@parkeronline.org
Ph: 303.805.3267
- Love ’em or Leave ’em Valentine’s Day 5K/10K – each February
- Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek – each June (Details above)
- 4th of July Run (Details above)
So Long to Summer 5K/10K – each August
Date: Aug. 10, 2019
Time: 10K: 8 a.m.
5K: 8:05 a.m.
Family Fun Trek: 8:15 a.m.
Location: Salisbury Park
Registration will be available in April 2019.
Part of the Parker Parks and Recreation Run Series, this event is professionally timed (5K and 10K.) The Family Trek is about 1.3 miles of laid-back, outdoorsy fun. Registered participants will receive a race tech shirt, a delicious post-race pancake breakfast and a chance to win prizes. The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K and 10K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+. All results are determined using “gun time,” meaning the timing starts simultaneously for all participants in the category. The free kids’ Dash follows the race for children 8 and under; no registration necessary.
Race Courses
The So Long to Summer 5K/10K & Family Fun Trek is held at Salisbury Park. View a detailed map (PDF) to find routes, parking, water stations and more.
Race Packet Pickup
Packets are available at RNK Running & Walking, 13019 S Parker Rd., the Thursday and Friday prior to the event from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or at the event beginning at 7 a.m.
Volunteer Opportunities
View individual events for volunteer opportunities.
Additional Event and Sponsorship Information
For more Run Series event information, contact Charlie Rhode at 303.805.6304 or at cwrhode@parkeronline.org. For sponsorship information, contact Jaime Vollertsen at 303.805.3267 or at jvollertsen@parkeronline.org. View individual events for more details and registration.
Youth Fitness & Wellness
Getting Started
Youth ages 13 to 15 must complete a mandatory free Fitness Equipment Orientation before utilizing the weight and cardiovascular areas within the Recreation Center and Fieldhouse. They must also complete an orientation prior to participating in any group fitness classes.
Youth ages 13 and 14 are required to be with an adult in the fitness areas while working out. After they’ve completed the Fitness Equipment Orientation, youth age 15 may be in the fitness areas by themselves.
Free Fitness Equipment Orientations are offered each Monday at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Registration is not necessary. Orientations include a demonstration on the proper use of equipment, weight room etiquette and proper equipment safety
