11th edition Sole Mates 5k & Brew Fest presented by Shoes & Brews and Left Hand Brewing

11th Edition Sole Mates 5k & Brew Fest
Presented by Shoes & Brews + our Sole Mates Left Hand Brewing
📅 Saturday, November 1st, 2025
📍 Shoes & Brews, Longmont, CO

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A Race Rooted in Friendship & Community

Before Shoes & Brews opened its doors, we dreamed of pairing running with local beer. Left Hand Brewing said yes to our very first run club — and even covered the beer tab! That moment kicked off a decade-long friendship, countless miles, and one of our favorite traditions: the Sole Mates 5K.

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This race is our way of celebrating the people, partnerships, and pints that helped get us here.

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What to Expect

• Scenic run: 5K run/walk on the St. Vrain Greenway
• Inclusions: Left Hand Beer, Cider, and food included with your bib
• Entertainment: Music & local vendor expo
• Raffle: Huge raffle with thousands in prizes $$$$

Additional Highlights

• Exclusive swag: Custom Sole Mates race hat - you can only get it if you race or volunteer!
• Timing: Chip timing & free race photos
• Discounts: Exclusive in-store discounts all weekend at Shoes & Brews
• Special offers: Bonus discounts on 100s of shoes and apparel items.

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Race Day Schedule

Elite Wave – 9:30 AM

• Pace: Sub-22 min 5K pace
• Prizes: Win overall male or female and you walk away with - Your weight in beer from Left Hand Brewing!!

Open Wave – 10:00 AM

• Inclusion: All paces, walkers, pups, and strollers welcome
• Prizes: Saucony running shoes for male & female winners

Age Group Awards – Growlers & crowlers for 1st & 2nd place in each category, combined heats.

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Swag & Goodies

• Custom Race Hat: Technical fabric mesh-sided running hat, custom race print.
• Jet Pack Stickers: Custom Race Stickers.
• Saucony Demo Shoes: Try them out & earn extra raffle entries
• LMNT Hydration: Before & after your run

Raffle Giveaway

• Prizes: Shoes, beer, gear, gift cards & more
• Optional race tee: Available at registration.

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Post-Race Party

Your bib gets you access to:

• 🍻 Left Hand beer & Wild Cider (21+, ID required)
• 🎶 Music : The 14ers Awesome community hangout
• 🤝 Vendor booths from local businesses

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Friends & Family Welcome

Spectators can purchase brew fest tickets on race day.

Race Details

• Start/Finish: Shoes & Brews – 63 S. Pratt Parkway, Unit B, Longmont, CO
• Course: Out-and-back with a scenic lollipop loop along the St. Vrain Greenway

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💵 Registration:

• $55: Through Sept 30
• $60: Oct 1–29
• $65: Oct 30–race day (if not sold out)

Or try out our newest option:

Sofa to 5K with Coach Allison & Sole Mates 5k Registration!
Get race-ready for the 2025 Sole Mates 5K with our fun, community-driven 8-week training program!

From Sept 8 – Oct 27, USAT/NCSF certified Coach Allison will lead weekly Monday night sessions at Shoes & Brews, plus provide a personalized plan, encouragement, and a discounted race entry. All ages and paces welcome—whether you walk, jog, or run, we’ll cross the finish line together!

Cost: $140 which includes your training plan and coaching plus your Sole Mates race entry! • Email: allison@shoesbrews.com with any questions. Must get 10 participants for training group to start on September 8th!

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Packet Pickup

• Thur, Oct 30th: 3–8 PM – Also our Run Club Night
• Fri, October 31st: 12 - 4 PM - S&B Closes early this night for Halloween.
• Race Day: 8:30–9:45 AM – At S&B tent

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Run, drink, and celebrate with us.
This is more than a race — it’s a community tradition. Let’s make year 11 the best one yet!

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Get Involved

Want to be part of the Sole Mates magic without running? We’d love to have you on our volunteer crew — you’ll score swag, snacks, and serious good vibes.

Are you a local business wanting to join the fun? Become a race partner and connect with hundreds of runners, beer lovers, and community members.

📩 Email: ashlee@shoesbrews.com for volunteer info
📩 Email: info@shoesbrews.com for business partnership opportunities

Visit the race website for more information.