Athlete Details

Dog Days of Summer Are Almost Here—and We’re Going All-Out!

We can’t wait to see you at Dog Days on July 12 in Westminster, CO! To help you have the best (and safest!) time, we’ve put together all the important event details below. Be sure to read through everything so you’re fully prepped for a tail-wagging good time!

We’ll be unleashing plenty of dog puns, but don’t worry—we love our human and canine athletes equally!

Snag Your Swag

• Early Packet Pickup Swing by Road Runner Sports (10442 Town Center Dr #300, Westminster, CO 80021) on Thursday from 4:30–6:30 PM to grab your gear early! Click here for directions
• Race Morning Pickup  All packets will be available race morning starting at 6:15 and close at these times—no exceptions, so don’t be late!
  • Half marathon: 6:50 AM
  • 10K: 7:20 AM
  • 5K: 7:30 AM
• No ID Needed Picking up for family or a friend? No problem! Just bring their names—no ID required.
• Bringing your pup to run? you’ll need to register your dog by signing the Paw-ticipation Waiver at early packet pickup or at the Dog Registration Tent on race morning Read more about paw-ticipation

Find Your Way (and Where to Park It)

• Venue Directions The Church Ranch Office Park is located at 10170 Church Ranch Way, Westminster, CO. From US-36, head southwest on Church Ranch Blvd, then east on 103rd Ave, and finally south on Church Ranch Way. The venue will be on the east side of the street. Click here for a map or directions
• Parking Info Athletes and spectators should park in the lots north and east of the office building, or in the lot across the street
• 🚫 Please do not park at the school, hotels, bank, on the street, or behind the office building. 📍 Be sure to check the parking map to keep things running smoothly!

Race Day Fun Starts at 6:15 AM!

• 🐶 Costume Contest: Rocking a dog-themed outfit? Swing by the Awards Tent pre-race for a quick photo to enter our informal costume contest
• 🎒 Gear Check: Drop your stuff for free at gear check next to the meal area. Lost or dropped something on course? We’ll do our best to get it back to you there.
• 🛍️ Expo Vibes: Come say hi to our expo partners before and after your run—they’ll have goodies, smiles, and maybe a few surprises!

Get a Great Start

• 🔢 Bibs: Please wear your bib on your outermost layer and keep it visible at all times.
• 📏 Corrals: Line up by expected pace, speedsters and course record chasers up front, walkers toward the back.
• ⏱️ Chip Timing: We’re using chip timing, so someone may beat you even if they never pass you on the course, it's all about when you cross the start line (my advice is always to run faster!)
• ⏰ Start Time: You must start at the times below If you arrive late, you’ll need to downgrade or you won’t be allowed to run with a bib, this is for your safety on course.
  • Half start: 7:00-7:05 AM
  • 10K start: 7:30-7:35 AM
  • 5K start: 7:40-7:45 AM

Be Safe on Course

• 🚴 Share the Trail: This is a popular public trail, please practice standard trail etiquette and be especially mindful of cyclists when passing
• 🔢 Bibs: Keep your bib on your front and visible at all times for your safety and so you can easily find your best race-day moments in free photo downloads!
• 🗺️ Know Your Course: Make sure you’re familiar with your route and aid stations. 📍 View and download maps from our course details page. Every aid station includes: Water | Gatorade | GU Energy Gels | Superganix CBD Relief Balm
• 🟢 Course Markings:
  • Bright green signs with blue arrows
  • Green tape markings on the ground
  • Volunteers at key turns
  • 🚫 Unless a sign tells you to turn—don’t turn!
  • 🚫 Orange discs (soccer cones) = off-limits Don’t go through, around, over, or past them or you’ll be off-course.
• 🎒 Dropped Gear: You can leave items at any aid station, but only gear dropped at your first pass of Aid 1 is guaranteed to be back at Gear Check before you finish Items dropped elsewhere may not return until the event ends (around 11:00 AM) Pro Tip: Label any gear you might drop with your name, it makes returning lost items much easier!.
• ☀️ Heads Up—No Shade on Course! This route is wide open, so be sure to plan for the Colorado sun: wear sunscreen, a hat, and stay hydrated. Your future self will thank you!
• 🐾 Dogs on Course: There’s plenty of soft surface alongside the 10K and Half Marathon routes—perfect for giving paws a break from the pavement. Plus, you’ll find dog water bowls at every aid station to keep your furry running buddy hydrated and happy!

Post-Race Perks & Must-Knows

• 📲 Get Your Results Fast: Sign up for results notifications via the registration link above, or use your phone to scan:
  • The QR code on your bib for your personal results
  • The QR codes posted around the venue for the full results page Need help? Just ask a staff member!
• 🏅 Free Medal Engraving: Make your medal a true keepsake—engraving is on us!
• 🌯 Refuel Right: Head to the meal tent for athlete-only treats: Fruit | Breakfast burritos | Chocolate milk | Bougie Tailz treats for your pup!
• 🎖️ Returning Dog Days Athlete? Don’t forget to grab your brag tag at the registration tent after you finish!
• 🛍️ Explore the Expo: Visit our amazing expo partners for free goodies and bodywork and don’t miss the Lifeline Puppy Rescue tent for some well-earned puppy love! 🐶💕
• 🎟️ Save on Your Next Race: Use the coupon code on your bib by 7/19 to get $5 off any event on the All-Out calendar! View our events

Paws & Applause: Award Ceremony Details

• 🎖️ 5K Awards: 8:15 AM
• 🎖️ 10K Awards: 8:45 AM
• 🎖️ Half Marathon Awards:
  • Overall Awards: 8:45 AM
  • Division Awards: 9:15 AM
• 🐕 Top Dogs Take the Stage! The top 3 finishing pups will receive a special award, medal, and prize during each distance's division awards. Get ready for some tail-wagging recognition!

Photos & Results—All Online!

• 📊 Immediate Results: Searchable and sortable online results will be available during the event. Celebrate your victory!
• 📷 Race Photos: Your race-day memories will be posted by Tuesday at 7:00 PM, with free downloads available for all participants. Smile big at those cameras, you’ve earned it!

Dog Athlete Paw-ticipation

🐾 Running with a dog? Here’s what to know! We absolutely love dogs at all of our All-Out events—but we also know that Dog Days brings out a lot of first-time furry athletes! To help keep things safe, fun, and smooth for everyone (two- and four-legged alike), we’ve put together a few important expectations for dogs both in the venue and out on the course.

If you plan to run with your pup, you’ll need to register your dog at early packet pickup or at the Dog Registration Tent on race morning by signing that you’ve read and agree to the following guidelines.  🐶 And don’t forget to bring dog waste bags! We know accidents happen, but let’s all do our part to keep the venue and course clean for everyone. “Paw Power” dispensers will be available for purchase: $5 cash or $5 + tax/fees with credit at the Dog Registration Tent if you forget your bags.

1. My dog(s) is healthy and I understand all risks of running and assume responsibility for any injury and/or death of a pet or person caused by my dog while participating in this event
2. The waiver that I signed as a human athlete apply to my dog(s)
3. My dog(s) is socal and dog- and human-friendly
4. My dog(s) will be kept on a short (6-ft or less) leash and will be under my control while in the venue or on course
5. I will have dog waste bags with me on course and will immediately pick up any poop from my dog in the venue or on the course (including adjacent land)