Arapahoe Warrior 5K
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Distance
- Warrior 5K
From the Organizer
Run. Support. Celebrate.
Join us for the 7th Annual Arapahoe Warrior 5K and support the Arapahoe Warrior Cross Country Team!
With $10 from every registration going directly to the Arapahoe Cross Country Booster Club, your participation makes a real difference for these hardworking athletes.
Enjoy a scenic run through the beautiful residential streets of Centennial on a measured, clearly marked course—perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers alike.
Post-Race Pancake Breakfast
After crossing the finish line, celebrate with a delicious pancake breakfast by Flippin’ Flap Jacks—complete with sausage and refreshing orange juice—free for all registered participants.
Custom T-Shirts
Add a race T-shirt to your registration for just $14.
Order by July 14th to guarantee yours.
Shirts are fitted—size up if you prefer a looser fit.
Finisher Medal & Awards:
Top 3 in each age group earns a custom 3.5” die-cast medal with a unique lanyard!
Top finishers will also be recognized:
Overall Winners
🏆 Male Overall Winner
🏆 Female Overall Winner
Age Group Awards – Top 3 in Each
10 & Under – Boys/Girls
11–12 – Boys/Girls
13–14 – Boys/Girls
15–19 – Boys/Girls
20–29 – Male/Female
30–39 – Male/Female
40–49 – Male/Female
50–59 – Male/Female
60–69 – Male/Female
70+ – Male/Female
That’s 62 total custom medals up for grabs!
Race Day Details
📅 Race Day: Saturday, August 8th
⏰ Start Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Arapahoe High School – 2201 E Dry Creek Rd, Centennial, CO 80122
Pre-Packet Pickup & Registration
Friday, August 7th – Pre-Packet Pickup: 9:00 AM–11:00 AM at Arapahoe High School
Race Day Packet Pickup
You will be able to pick up your timing bib and race shirt beginning at 7:00 a.m. on race morning at the race start. Runners should expect lines and pre-race pickup is encouraged.
Race Day Registration – Opens at 7:00 AM ($40)
Parking
Available at the high school and nearby neighborhoods.
Course Info
🏃 Course Type: Out-and-back
📈 Elevation Gain: 109 ft
📉 Elevation Loss: 89 ft
⬇️ Min Elevation: 5,575 ft
⬆️ Max Elevation: 5,665 ft
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Days to train
- Race
- Arapahoe Warrior 5K
- Date
- August 8, 2026
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About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Arapahoe Warrior 5K?
- Arapahoe Warrior 5K is a running race held in Centennial, Colorado on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Arapahoe Warrior 5K?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Centennial, Colorado at 2201 E Dry Creek Road, Centennial, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Arapahoe Warrior 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Arapahoe Warrior 5K
Aug 8, 2026