Alpine Bank Boulder Thanksgiving Day 5K
Alpine Bank Boulder Thanksgiving Day 5K is a running race on November 26, 2026 in Boulder, CO, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
- Date
- November 26, 2026 (136 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us on Thursday, November 26, for the Alpine Bank Boulder Thanksgiving Day 5K & Kids 800m Fun Run in the heart of Downtown Boulder!
Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or kicking off your Thanksgiving celebrations, this is a community tradition you won’t want to miss.
The scenic course winds through the streets connecting the West End and East End of Pearl Street before finishing on the iconic Pearl Street Mall in front of the historic Boulder County Courthouse.
Run past some of Boulder’s most famous landmarks:
- Hotel Boulderado – Established 1909
- Boulder Theater – Opened 1906
- Boulder County Courthouse – Built 1933
- Pearl Street Mall – Since 1977
More than just a race, this event is a celebration of family, friendship, community, and the many things we have to be thankful for. It’s also an opportunity to give back, with proceeds supporting Harvest of Hope Pantry.
Harvest of Hope Pantry is the only food pantry in Boulder that serves everyone who comes through its doors. Every week, they provide free supplemental food to approximately 750 shoppers, distributing an average of 3,500 pounds of food every day. Through food drives, local farm donations, retail food recovery, and community support, they provide hope to individuals and families facing food insecurity.
Because of their strategic partnerships and buying power, every dollar donated provides one nutritious meal for someone in need.
To help make an even greater impact, 10% of every race registration will be donated directly to Harvest of Hope Pantry.
This Thanksgiving, let’s come together to celebrate our community and help Harvest of Hope continue providing nutritious food to everyone who walks through their doors.
Register before 11:59 PM on Sunday, October 4, to receive your FREE official long-sleeve race shirt.
- Baby strollers ARE allowed.
- NO Dogs are permitted in the race.
- There are NO Race Refunds.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
50°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Boulder, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boulder, CO
Population
106,274
as of 2023
City Elevation
5,438 ft
Nearest Airport
BJC
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
DEN
Denver International Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Alpine Bank Boulder Thanksgiving Day 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
136
Days to train
- Race
- Alpine Bank Boulder Thanksgiving Day 5K
- Date
- November 26, 2026
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Make it a Racecation
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From Endurance Grid
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Alpine Bank Boulder Thanksgiving Day 5K
Nov 26, 2026