
Strides for Sierra 5K run/walk is a running race on October 4, 2026 in Arvada, CO, with entry fees from $10 to $100.
From the Organizer
REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 27th @ 5PM!!!
Join us Sunday October 4th at 9:00am for the 6th Annual Strides for Sierra 5K run/walk fundraiser. Get your sweat on running or enjoy a leisurely stroll through the beautiful neighborhood surrounding Sierra Elementary! Starting at 10:00am the little ones can participate in a 1K fun run. Afterwards stay and enjoy the Race Village with vendors, food, drinks and activities for the kids all while supporting the Sierra Elementary PTA!
The deadline for registering if you would like a t-shirt this year is THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH. Early packet pick-up will be Friday October 2nd at Sierra Elementary from 2:30-5:00pm (Recommended). Race day pick-up will be available starting at 8:00am.
Weather
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
71°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wheat Ridge 2, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
122,835
as of 2023
City Elevation
5,479 ft
Nearest Airport
DEN
Denver International Airport · 23 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.
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Strides for Sierra 5K run/walk
Oct 4, 2026