Join me at the Labor Day Half Marathon, 10k and 5k!

Join us at the 2026 Labor Day Half Marathon, 10k and 5k in Parker, CO! I'll be selling and signing copies of "Running for the Average Joe" in both hardcover and paperback versions.

Share your goals with me and I'll give you free advice of how to reach your running goals.

Signed copies of the book will be sold at DEEPLY DISCOUNTED prices!

Event Overview

The Labor Day Half Marathon is hosted by Colorado Runner Events and offers multiple distances to suit all abilities: a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a virtual race RunSignup+1. The event welcomes runners and walkers of all levels, with a flat and fast course along the scenic Cherry Creek Trail, ideal for personal records or casual participation RunSignup.

Date and Start Times

• Date: Monday, September 7, 2026

• Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM

• 10K and 5K Starts: Following the half marathon dougcosocial.com

Location and Directions

The race is held at Salisbury Park in Parker, CO. Key access points include:

• From C-470, exit at Parker Rd, travel south, turn right on Hess Rd, then right on Motsenbocker Rd.

• From I-25 South, exit at Castle Pines Parkway, travel east, turn left on Motsenbocker Rd.

• From I-25 North, exit at Ridgegate Parkway, travel east, turn right on Motsenbocker Rd.

  
  

  Overflow parking is available in dirt lots on the south side of the park coloradorunnerevents.com.

Course and Amenities

• Course Type: Out-and-back, fully paved

• Aid Stations: Water and Gatorade at miles 1, 3.1, 5, 6.5, 8, 10, and 12 for the half marathon; gels available at the 6.5-mile turnaround coloradorunnerevents.com

• Restrooms: Three along the course, including one permanent structure and two port-a-johns coloradorunnerevents.com

• Rules: No bicycles, skateboards, or roller skates; dogs allowed on a six-foot non-retractable leash coloradorunnerevents.com

Registration and Fees

• Half Marathon: $70–$85 depending on registration date

• 10K: Varies by date

• 5K: $30–$36 depending on registration date

• Virtual Option: Includes shirt, medal, and bib shipped free of charge dougcosocial.com+1

Awards

• Overall male and female winners for each race

• Top three finishers in each age group

• Awards ceremony near the finish line after the race coloradorunnerevents.com