20th Annual Golden Gallop

“Howdy Folks! Welcome to Golden, where the west RUNS!”

Lace up them runnin’ shoes and join us as we celebrate the  20th Annual Golden Gallop!

The Golden Gallop rides into town on Sunday, September 20, 2026 - and you won’t want to miss the 20th on the 20th!

Golden’s biggest annual run is hittin’ the trail for its 20th year, and we’re mighty proud to keep the tradition runnin’ strong. We can’t wait to welcome folks back to our same great course through downtown, passin’ under the iconic Golden “Welcome” arch, with both the start and finish at Golden High School.

This year’s Golden Gallop will once again lead runners along our tried-and-true 5K and 10K loops, just like in years past - scenic, spirited, and full of hometown charm. So lace up, find your pace, and come celebrate 20 golden years on the run—it’s gonna be one heck of a Gallop!

This year’s Golden Gallop is packed with brand-new excitement, includin’:

🌟 NEW event: the 20K Challenge

👕 NEW long-sleeve sports performance tee—perfect for race day and beyond

🛍️ NEW store items to show off your Gallop pride

🍝 Spaghetti Dinner hosted at the Golden Hotel

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Plus, we’ll be tippin’ our hats with special recognition for the number of Golden Gallops you’ve run, addin’ fresh excitement all along the course, and introducin’ new sponsorship levels.

Choose from these FOUR events:

5K

10K

Kids Fun Run

20K Challenge - this year o nly! (only the 10K will be completed and timed on race day)

Sleep In - For those that can't make it on race day or just want to sleep in

The Golden Gallop is again welcoming well behaved DOGS to the 5K and 10K!!

Register your dog in the "Add On" section if your dog is joining you this year.

Registered dogs will receive a Golden Gallop bandana that will be included in your race packet.