🦸 In 2026 WWE Run With The Wolves is going Superhero Mode, so cape up and race on! All 5k and 1k participants will receive a WWE Run With The Wolves superhero logo t-shirt as part of registration. Every dollar raised will be granted back to the school by the PTSA. This year, your participation will help provide shade structures for the playground, keeping our super-students cool, comfortable, and ready for action! Be a real hero and help make 2026 the most super race to date! 🎉 Every hero deserves a victory celebration! Bring your bib to Freedom Street Social after the race where young heroes will have earned a free small treat from Jeremiah's and adult superheroes get their choice of a free house wine or 16 oz beer. 🥇The top female and male finishers in kindergarten through 5th grade will receive their medals and awards during the school week following the race. Medals and awards for the top middle school, high school, and adult finishers will be distributed at the post-race award ceremony. 🚒 Due to current water restrictions, the Arvada Fire Department's famous post-race spray down may not be possible this year. But don't worry, our hometown heroes still plan to join us with one of their fire trucks, and the post-race bubble cannon will be back by popular demand! Packet pick up will be outside the West Woods Elementary School main entrance on Thursday, Sept. 24 and Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 from 3-4pm. This event is open to all West Woods Elementary students, alumni, families, and friends, as well as the general public. Registering a WWE Alumni? Use coupon code ALUM2026 at checkout for $5 off! If you are WWE Staff, please use coupon code STAFF2026 at checkout for free entry ($35 off). Limited scholarships are available. If interested please, email wwerunwiththewolves5k@gmail.com. 5k Run registration includes: Chip timing on a USATF certified 5k course, t-shirt, water, snacks, prizes, and entertainment! Every student that participates will receive a finisher charm and chain to use for WWE's Mileage Club. Register by September 9th to ensure you receive your specified t-shirt size. Sleep-in for the Wolf Pack (and run when it works for you) allows you to be a part of the fun even if you are not able to attend on race day. All Sleep-in participants will receive the same t-shirt as race participants. For the safety and fairness of all participants, runners must complete the official course as marked. Any participant who shortens the course, misses a required section, or receives unauthorized assistance may be disqualified from awards and official results.
Course & Travel Notes
The WWE Annual Run with the Wolves takes place at 5,702 feet elevation in Arvada, Colorado, so plan conservatively for your pacing to account for the altitude. Sunrise occurs at 6:53 AM, well before the 9:00 AM start time, giving you daylight to warm up and prepare. Expect pleasant early fall conditions with typical highs around 76°F and lows near 51°F, though keep rain gear handy as there's a 21% chance of measurable precipitation on any given day in late September. Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) is conveniently located just 6.7 miles from the venue.
⛰️ 5,702 ft elevation☀️ Typically 76°F / 51°F · 21% chance of rain✈️ Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) — 6.7 mi
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When is WWE ANNUAL RUN WITH THE WOLVES 2026 — Arvada, CO?
WWE ANNUAL RUN WITH THE WOLVES 2026 — Arvada, CO takes place on September 27, 2026. The race is held in Arvada, Colorado.
Where is WWE ANNUAL RUN WITH THE WOLVES 2026 — Arvada, CO held?
WWE ANNUAL RUN WITH THE WOLVES 2026 — Arvada, CO is held at 16650 W 72nd Ave in Arvada, Colorado.
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