Explore the Marathon

When is the event?
The Colfax Marathon will take place on Sunday, May 17th, 2026. You can choose from a variety of distances including:
- 10k
- Urban 10-Miler
- Half-Marathon
- Marathon
The fundraising window for this events is September 1 - May 15.*
*See below for fundraising incentives. All funds must be submitted by April 1, 2026 to be eligible for incentives.
How can I run with The Center?
By selecting The Center on Colfax as your 2026 Colfax Marathon Charity partner, you’re supporting our mission of queer liberation for all! You can support us by:
- Running any Colfax Marathon Sunday race for The Center (10k, Urban 10-Miler, Half Marathon, Marathon)
- Fundraising to support life-affirming programming for queer folks in Colorado
- Making a direct donation to The Center

How do I sign up?
*See incentive details below.
How do I donate?
Option 1
Donate to The CenterDonate to The Center
Donate directly to The Center on Colfax for cool prizes including a custom Denver Pride Running Sticker, free entry into the Pride 5k, and VIP tickets to Denver Pride 2026. Use this option if you've organized your own fundraiser to send the final proceeds.
Option 2
Fundraise through Colorado GivesFundraise Through CO Gives
- Visit our Colorado Gives page and select the "Fundraise" option.
- Either share your fundraiser with your community or donate directly to The Center.
What are the prizes?
$50 Donation
Exclusive Denver Pride running sticker designed by a local queer artist!
$100 Donation
Free entry (for one) into the Denver Pride 5k on June 27th.
$1,000 Donation
Two VIP tickets to Denver Pride 2026!
