Lions Roar for Fitness 5k/2.5k Challenge

🏃‍♂️ What Is the Lions Roar for Fitness 5k/2.5K Challenge?

The Lions Roar for Fitness 5k/2.5K Challenge takes place on October 11, 2025, at Lake Minnequa, Pueblo, CO. Here are the details:

⏰ Race Start Times

• 5K Challenge: Starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. at Lake Minnequa (near CIMS): arrive by 8:15 a.m. for a shotgun start. Medals will be awarded to all age group winners after the race.
• 2.5K Challenge: Starts promptly at 9:10 a.m. at Lake Minnequa (near CIMS). Medals will be awarded to winners of the 6 and under, 7-8, and 9-10 age groups.
• Kiddie Sprint: A 50 yard sprint for ages 5 and under starts at 10 a.m. This fun and free event consists of a 50 yard dash for any child 5 years of age and under.

🏅 Age Divisions & Awards

• 5K/2.5K Age Divisions: (M/F) 6 and Under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+
• Awards Ceremony: On race day at 10:30 a.m. & at FIMS during the assembly.
• Medals: Awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the 5K race in each age division.
• Prizes: Awarded for the top overall finishers in the 5K for male and female. Medals awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the 2.5K race in the 6 and under, 7-8, and 9-10 age divisions.

📅 Registration Information

Important Dates:

• Registration: Through September 25th: $30 (Guarantee a t-shirt before race)
• Late Registration: September 26th - October 7th: $35 (T-shirt not guaranteed for race day)
• Day of Race Registration: Registration at race site on October 11th before 8:30am: $40 (Online registration will close on end of day Tuesday, October 7th.)

For more information, visit the official race page: Lions Roar for Fitness 5k/2.5K Challenge.