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RMRR May Trophy Series

Sun, May 3, 2026, 8:00 AM MDT

Location
Denver, CO
9196 M.L.K. Jr Blvd, 80238
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Experience a uniquely competitive 5-mile or 5K race with a handicap start system designed to give every runner a chance to win.

  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Great for: runners who like a competitive edge

The Rocky Mountain Road Runners May Trophy Series offers a unique competitive experience in Denver's Central Park. This monthly event features both 5-mile and 5-kilometer distances on mostly flat, paved paths. The 5-mile race uses a distinctive handicap start system, where runners begin slow-to-fast over about 25 minutes, designed to give every participant a fair chance to win. It's a grounded opportunity to test your pace in a welcoming format.

What to expect

  • Run on mostly flat, paved paths within Denver's Central Park.
  • The 5-mile race features a handicap start, spreading runners out over 25 minutes.
  • The 5K race starts approximately 10 minutes after the first 5-mile runners.

Standout details

  • Unique handicap start system
  • Monthly Trophy Series event
  • Paved, mostly flat course
  • 5-mile and 5K distances

Perks & features

  • Awards

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sun, May 3, 8:00 AM MDT · From $11.60

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 4:40 PM MST · Closes May 1, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

  • 5 Miles

    Sun, May 3, 8:00 AM MDT · From $11.60

    Opens Dec 29, 2025, 4:40 PM MST · Closes May 1, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Rolling road course, altitude

  • Rolling area
  • High altitude

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Road
  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Rocky Mountain Road Runners holds a monthly Trophy Series race in the Denver area.

Our May race will run at Denver's Central Park. We have both 5mi and 5km courses. The 5mi uses our handicap start system, slow-to-fast, spread out over ~25 minutes. This gives everyone a chance to win. All 5km racers will start ~10min after the first 5mi starters.

Race Day Details

Date :   Sunday May 5th Time :   8:00am.   Show up at least 30 minutes early to get your bib and warm up! Location:   Denver's Central Park in Denver Course :  Mostly flat on paved paths around Central Park Parking :  Denver's Central Park is located on Martin Luther King Blvd at Beeler, east of Quebec St in Denver. Meet at the pavilion.

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