11th Annual Run for the Ring

🏃 Celebrate the 11th Annual Run for the Ring 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run with Us!

Over the past 11 years, the Run for the Ring 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run has brought together Barbara Davis Center patients, loyal type 1 supporters, and running enthusiasts to run for the brass ring – the cure for type 1 diabetes. All proceeds from the Run for the Ring will support the efforts and programs of The Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of Barbara Davis Center patients living with type 1 diabetes and their families through education, support, advocacy, and research.

🏅 About the Race

• Participants: Runners, walkers, and strollers can participate in the professionally-timed 5K around the CU Anschutz Medical Campus.
• Welcome: Runners of all levels and ages are welcome!
• Fun for Kids: Kids ages 2-10 can also participate in the Kids Fun Run, zooming around the Kids Zone.
• Activities: Before the Fun Run, kids can enjoy bounce houses, mazes, and other fun outdoor activities featured in the Kids Zone.

Children under the age of 2 can attend the event for free and do not require registration.

📝 Registration Information

• Included: Registration for both the 5K and Fun Run includes breakfast bites, timing chip (5K only), race bib, and Run for the Ring performance t-shirt.
• Special T-shirt: Those with type 1 diabetes will have the option of receiving a special “I’m the 1” t-shirt.
• Back Bib: All participants can decorate a back bib that says “Running for my 1” to honor their type 1 loved one!
• Deadline: Must register by July 12, 2025, to guarantee a shirt.

Top individual runners, teams, and fundraisers will also be recognized in the awards ceremony.

🌐 Virtual Option

NEW THIS YEAR

• Virtual 5K: If you're unable to come to the event, try our Virtual 5K option!
• Flexibility: Run in your neighborhood, a local park, or your favorite trail anytime the week leading up to race day.
• Social Media: Tag us @cdfdiabetes in your social posts with #RunForTheRing2025!
• Sleep-In Registration: Not running? Donate to the cause without participating on event day, includes a mailed t-shirt.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please bring another adult to watch your children while you are running.

💰 Fundraising Opportunity

Want FREE REGISTRATION? Become a fundraiser, raise $200, and your registration fee will be refunded!

🔑 Previous Runners

Please sign in using your RunSignUp account before registering for your event.

📦 Packet Pick-Up

Friday, August 1, 2025
Runners Roost
1685 S Colorado Blvd, Ste J
Denver, CO 80222

📅 When

Saturday, August 2, 2025
Registration begins at 7 a.m.
5K Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m.
Kids Zone opens at 8 a.m.
Kids Fun Run begins after the 5K Awards Ceremony

📍 Where

Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes
CU Anschutz Medical Campus
1775 Aurora Court
Aurora, Colorado 80045
Paid parking is available

🔗 More Information

Visit our website for more details: Run for the Ring.