2013 Downtown Boulder Race Series
The long-standing tradition of the Downtown Boulder Race Series continues in 2013! This three race series has become a popular community event and many of the area's best runners show up to test their speed. The family-friendly races are perfect for runners and walkers of all abilities. A dedicated kids' race will take place at each event throughout the series.
West End 3K
- Wednesday, June 5 | 6:00 p.m. | West Pearl St.
- This local favorite kicks off the Downtown Boulder Race Series, taking runners through the vibrant West End district of Pearl Street. The race will include a special 1.5K distance just for the kids.
- The race begins and ends at 11th and Pearl Street.
- All waves will be professionally chip-timed. The awards ceremony will begin immediately following the last wave.
Estimated Start Times:
Each wave will begin as soon as the last runner in the previous wave finishes.
- 6:00 p.m. Kids' 1.5K
- 6:20 p.m. Non-Competitive Runners and Walkers
- 6:40 p.m. Competitive Females
- 7:00 p.m. Competitive Males
Pearl Street Mile
- Wednesday, July 10 | 5:30 p.m. | Pearl St.
The Pearl Street Mile is the "signature event" of the Downtown Boulder Race Series. The event includes a ½ mile race just for the kids. After crossing the finish line head over to Bands on the Bricks to relax, enjoy some music, and bask in your accomplishment. Fun for the whole family!
New this year - The Downtown Boulder Business Wave
Only at the Pearl Street Mile - this wave is reserved just for downtown Boulder employees. Think you work at the fastest business in town? Form a team of 3 coworkers and compete for the title and bragging rights!
- The race begins and ends at 14th and Pearl Street.
- All waves will be professionally chip-timed. The awards ceremony will begin immediately following the last wave.
Estimated Start Times:
Each wave will begin as soon as the last runner in the previous wave finishes.
- 5:30 p.m. Downtown Business Wave
- 5:50 p.m. Kids' 1/2 Mile
- 6:10 p.m. Non-Competitive Runners and Walkers
- 6:30 p.m. Competitive Females
- 6:45 p.m. Competitive Males
East End 2K
- Saturday, August 10 | 8:00 a.m. | East Pearl St.
The summer race series concludes with the East End 2K, a Saturday morning race encompassing the East End of Pearl Street. Bring the family for one final pursuit of speed before school begins. A 1K kids' race will also take place.
- The race begins and ends at 15th and Pearl Street.
- All waves will be professionally chip-timed.
- The awards ceremony will begin immediately following the final wave. Awards will be given for the East End 2K AND for the series.
Estimated Start Times:
Each wave will begin as soon as the last runner in the previous wave finishes.
- 8:00 a.m. Kids' 1K
- 8:20 a.m. Non-Competitive Runners and Walkers
- 8:40 a.m. Competitive Females
- 9:00 a.m. Competitive Males
New This Year -
- A Downtown Business Wave kicks off the Pearl Street Mile Compete with your coworkers to win bragging rights as the fastest company in downtown Boulder.
- Run the Pearl Street Mile and enjoy the best after party around! Bands on the Bricks will begin immediately following the race, with live music and a beer garden featuring Avery Brewing.
- Prefer racing on a Saturday morning? The East End 2K is now on a Saturday - the perfect way to start your day.
- Bring the family and test your speed this summer in beautiful downtown Boulder!
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