Recovery Run of the Rockies 5K
Recovery Run of the Rockies 5K is a running race on September 5, 2026 in Fort Collins, CO, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- September 5, 2026 (59 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join Lighthouse for the 4th Annual Recovery Run of the Rockies 5K at Fossil Creek Park in Fort Collins. This family-friendly run/walk supports Lighthouse's recovery housing program, helping individuals experiencing homelessness and recovering from addiction find safe housing, community, and long-term stability. All proceeds benefit Lighthouse's supportive recovery homes, including Northern Colorado's first fully staffed, time-unlimited recovery home for women.
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
81°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Collins, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Collins, CO
Population
169,705
as of 2023
City Elevation
4,989 ft
Nearest Airport
CYS
Cheyenne Regional Jerry Olson Field · 42 mi
Major Hub
DEN
Denver International Airport · 54 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.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Recovery Run of the Rockies 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
59
Days to train
- Race
- Recovery Run of the Rockies 5K
- Date
- September 5, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Fort Collins than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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Recovery Run of the Rockies 5K
Sep 5, 2026