WinterFest 5k & Fun Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- 3498 E 112th Ave, Thornton, CO
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk -TIMED and Scored · Fun Run/Walk (Untimed, approx .75 miles)
From the Organizer
Kick off the holiday season with a spirited run/walk at Thornton's Carpenter Park. Choose from the chip-timed 5k, or experience the festive atmosphere in a shorter distance in our untimed Fun Run/Walk.
Stick around after for the festival, including Ice skating, Holiday Marketplace, Santa visits, and the Heated Beer Garden.
Celebrate the Best of Winter in Thornton, Colorado. You'll enjoy a warm drink at the finish line in your festive collectible mug.
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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
47°
Typical Low
19°
Chance of Rain
13%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Northglenn, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Thornton, CO
Population
142,878
as of 2023
Elevation
5,347 ft
Nearest Airport
DEN
Denver International Airport · 16 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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- Race
- WinterFest 5k & Fun Run
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- 3498 E 112th Ave, Thornton, CO
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the WinterFest 5k & Fun Run?
- WinterFest 5k & Fun Run is a running race held in Thornton, Colorado on December 12, 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 WinterFest 5k & Fun Run?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Thornton, Colorado at 3498 E 112th Ave, Thornton, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the WinterFest 5k & Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
WinterFest 5k & Fun Run
Dec 12, 2026