Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 10K Run · Kids 5K (ages 3-12) & more
From the Organizer
Wellington STAR Foundation 5K & 10K @ Centennial Park
Enjoy warm late-summer sunshine as you run through the welcoming streets of Wellington, Colorado. With wide-open views, small-town charm, and community cheer along the course, this race is perfect for seasoned runners and casual walkers alike. Best of all, your miles make a difference — proceeds support local charities right here in our community. Run strong. Run local. Run for a cause.
*Stay for an Oktoberfest Celebration after the race - hosted by the American Legion
Sponsored By Fort Collins Running Club
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
76°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Collins 4 E, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wellington, CO
Elevation
5,250 ft
Nearest Airport
CYS
Cheyenne Regional Jerry Olson Field · 32 mi
Major Hub
DEN
Denver International Airport · 63 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K
- Date
- September 19, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Wellington, CO
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K?
- Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K is a running race held in Wellington, Colorado on September 19, 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 Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Wellington, Colorado at 3815 Harrison Ave, Wellington, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Wellington STAR Foundation 5K 10K
Sep 19, 2026