The Hero's Journey 5K
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- 15151 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO
- Distance
- 5K (21 and older) · 5K Under 21 · Virtual 5K & more
From the Organizer
The 7/20 Foundation is proud to present the 5th annual Hero’s Journey 5k Run/Walk. This race makes its way through Aurora's City Center and the High Line canal trail with a start and finish in the 7/20 Memorial Reflection Garden. For those over 21, this race includes admission into the 7/20 Foundation's annual beer festival.
The Hero's Journey represents any person who faces a challenge, encounters struggles to overcome it, and returns home a Hero. We hope this 5k is a transformative experience as you run/walk together; whether you are a veteran runner or this is your first 5k. We chose to start the run across from the theater and end in the 7/20 Memorial Reflection Garden as your return home/finish line to honor the journey from tragedy to hope. It is the perfect place for each of us to honor and celebrate our collective accomplishment as well as our heroes from the July 20, 2012 tragedy.
Proceeds raised through the event will go toward the Zack Golditch Opportunity Scholarship.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Hero's Journey 5K?
- The Hero's Journey 5K is a running event held in Aurora, CO. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is The Hero's Journey 5K?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Aurora, CO at 15151 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Hero's Journey 5K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
The Hero's Journey 5K
Jul 25, 2026