2020 Farmers 5000

Farmers 5000

Since 1981 runners have been coming to Wheat Ridge to run the Farmers 5000! This race continues raise money to support school programs and promotes physical fitness and community spirit. All funds from entry fees are given to various educational and special programs within the school. The 5K run and walk, along with a 1K fun run, are open to all!

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We will continue to monitor the guidelines and advice of the public health officials regarding COVID-19 and large gatherings. If the race is canceled then all registered runners will have the option of converting their registration to a virtual race registration or deferring their registration to 2021. There will be no refunds. All net proceeds from the race are given to Wheat Ridge High School and their students and staff thank you for your understanding and support. Go Farmers!

Race Date

Sep 20, 2020

Where

Wheat Ridge High School

9505 W. 32nd Avenue

Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Parking and Start Line

Race participants are encouraged to park in the student lot on the north side of Wheat Ridge High School, off of Holland St. and north of 37th Ave. The only way to access this lot is off of 38th Ave., as 32nd Avenue will be closed to traffic.

The start line is on 32nd Avenue directly in front of Wheat Ridge High School.

Packet Pickup

Information on packet pickup will be posted shortly.

Registration

In the event this race can't be held due to COVID-19 or any other reason, all runners will be given the option of converting their registration to the virtual race or deferring it to 2021. There will be no refunds. Thank you for your understanding and for your support of this fundraiser.

Adults: $35

Alumni: $33

18 and under, all Jeffco Staff: $25

Virtual Race: $35 (can be converted to in-person registration) Your race shirt and goodies will be mailed to you.

All net proceeds from the race are donated to Wheat Ridge High School. This year your registration will not include a t shirt, but you will have the option of purchasing one for an additional $5. We thank you for your understanding.

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN SOON

Course Map

We will work with the City of Wheat Ridge to provide a safe and healthy event. We may need to modify the start and finish of the race course to provide for a wave start and social distancing at the start and finish of the race. We will update the course map when plans are finalized. Thank you for your patience!

Timing

Previous results

Sponsorship

We would like to invite your business to partner with Wheat Ridge High School for its 39th Annual Farmers 5000. Sponsorship provides an ideal marketing prospect for your business. We offer many levels of sponsorship and opportunities for involvement and provide businesses with positive brand recognition. As a sponsor, you can be part of a fun athletic event that promotes health and wellness in our community and supports a local non-profit. Please contact michelle@rightstartevents.com to discuss a sponsorship package to fit your needs and budget.

Volunteers

The Farmers 5000 depends on volunteers for many aspects of the race, including planning and coordination as well as race day logistics and operations. If you are interested in helping the Wheat Ridge High School community by volunteering for the Farmers 5000 you can sign up using the button below. Thank you for your support of this wonderful event.

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