farmers 5000

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The Farmers 5000 is likely one of the very first school-based 5K fundraisers in the state of Colorado. Since 1981, serious racers and weekend warriors alike have been coming to Wheat Ridge High School to run the Farmers 5000!  Starting and finishing in front of the school, this race winds through the surrounding neighborhoods making it a true community event. The Farmers 5000 continues to raise money to support school programs while promoting physical fitness and community spirit. All funds from entry fees are given to various educational and special programs within the school. The 5K run and walk, along with a fun run, are open to all! 

Prices below do not include $2.50 RunSignup fees.

Adult: $30

Alumni: $28

High School Student/Jeffco staff: $25

Middle School Student: $20 

Betty's Runners (runners age 70 and older): $30

Virtual run: $30

Elementary school runners (K-5) $10.00 - includes youth large race shirt 

T shirts:

Short sleeve race shirts are included with all registrations until March 31. From April 1st  Adult, Alumni and Virtual runners can purchase race shirts  for an additional $15. Race shirts are always included with Student, Staff and Betty's Runners registrations.

Runners who register by August 21 will be guaranteed their shirt size availability on race morning.

Online registration closes at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19. Race day registration is available for an additional $10.

All mail-in registrations and online registrations may be picked up at Wheat Ridge High School on:

Friday, Sept. 18 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. .
Race day, Sept. 20 from 7:30 a.m to 8:30 a.m.

There is so much to do on race morning and we can always use an extra set of hands. Click the button below to volunteer.

Top male runner and top  female runner will each receive $100 cash. First and second runners-up will receive gift certificates from BP RunCo . Overall winners are excluded from the age group awards below.

Top 3 Male/Female 5K runners in all categories will receive prize ribbons.
Age Categories: 8 & under; 9-12,13-15, 16-19, every 5 years thereafter, 80 and over.

Betty Willis was a long-time supporter and participant of the Farmers 5000. In fact, she ran her last Farmers 5000 at the age of 90 in 2018! To honor her enthusiasm for the sport of running and for our community all runners age 70 and older will have the race t shirt included in their registration. You can read more about Betty and her incredible talent here.

Hey Future Farmers! The two schools with the highest percentage of their student body participating in the Farmers 5000 will win a cash grant from the Wheat Ridge Optimist Club! And the third place team will win books for their students! Make sure to select your school from the drop-down menu during registration. This registration is only $10 (plus RunSignup fees of $2) and includes a youth large race shirt.

The race begins and ends on 32nd Ave. directly in front of Wheat Ridge High School. 

Participants should park in the lot on the north side of the school, off of Holland St. and south of 37th Ave.  NOTE: You will not be able to access the start line or parking lots from 32nd Ave. on race morning.

The course begins and ends at WRHS, winding through the neighborhood streets. Runners will return to WRHS for the post-race party. Check back for a detailed course map.

Sponsorship provides an ideal marketing prospect for your business. We offer many levels of sponsorship and opportunities for involvement and provide businesses with positive brand recognition. As a sponsor or vendor, you can be part of a fun athletic event that promotes health and wellness in our community. You can download the sponsorship packet below. If you would like more information on our race, contact michelle@rightstartevents.com.

Click here for the 2021- 2025 Farmers 5000 race results. Click here to see results for the Farmers 5000 races from 2010-1019.