On Sunday, July, 21, thousands of people from across the country will gather with Donor Alliance at Denver’s Washington Park to support organ and tissue donation at the 25th annual Donor Dash 5K run/walk. Participants of all ages will come together to honor heroic donors and their families, celebrate alongside transplant recipients and recognize the nearly 1,300 Coloradans still waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant.
(Donor Dash Denver, Colorado by Valeria Moonch Photography)
For those who haven’t had a chance to register, you can do so Sunday at Washington Park beginning at 7 a.m. at the Registration Tent. The race kicks-off at 8 a.m. The Diaper Dash is also returning this year for children 3 and under, which will begin at 9:15 a.m.
After the race, visit the expo area and enjoy the post-race program at 9:30 a.m. As Donor Alliance marks this milestone year, the 2024 Donor Dash program will feature incredible stories, touching videos, and an on-stage reunion you won’t want to miss! The ribbon ceremony will also return to the program this year to illustrate how we’re all weaved together on this journey. Make sure to grab a “connection to donation” ribbon in the expo area before the program begins. New this year, bracelets will also be available in the expo area to show us how we’re connected to organ and tissue donation.
Everything You Need to Know on Race Day
To make the most of your Donor Dash experience, here is everything you need to know to help you prepare for race day:
- Arrive Early! We are expecting nearly 6,000 racers this year so come early. Expect some congestion and use the extra time as an opportunity to meet some other people who have been touched by the gift of life.
- Parking: Parking will be available at South High School across E Louisiana Ave. on the south side of the park. Transportation assistance will be provided from the parking lot to the start line, which is near E Mississippi St. and S Franklin St. Please reserve transportation assistance for those who are unable to make the trek.
- Race, Expo and Program Start Times: The race begins at 8:00 a.m. for runners and 8:05 a.m. for walkers. The expo area opens at 8:00 a.m. near the finish line and the program will begin at 9:30 a.m.
- Dogs and strollers are welcome. Please make sure all dogs are on a leash and wait to start your race with the back of the group and be courteous to the runners and walkers around you. After the race be sure to stop by the Chewy’s Bonetique Dog area where your pups can cool down with some water, pools, and more!
- Directions: You can find directions and info about race day road closures here. The course and layout are similar to prior Donor Dash events and should look familiar to returning dashers.
- Free Team Photos: Teams of 10 or more are eligible for a free team photo. All team members should report to the team photo area near the start line to take advantage of professional team photos from 7:00-7:45 a.m. or following the race from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. If you are trying to get your photo taken pre-race, make sure to do so before 7:30 a.m.
(Donor Dash Denver, Colorado by Valeria Moonch Photography)
The Donor Dash would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, volunteers and community partners who have and continue to contribute the time, resources and enthusiasm to make this event a success for the last 25 years.
Event maps and information on how to register or volunteer can be found on the Donor Dash event page.
We’re looking forward to seeing you at this year’s Donor Dash!
