Town Races

The Town of Castle Rock Parks and Recreation department hosts multiple family-friendly races each year. These events range from swimming, biking, running, walking, stair climbing, or a combination. Check the tabs below for more information or to sign up for a specific event or series. 
  1. First Friday 5K's After 5
  2. liveBIG/Castle Rock Trail Fest
  3. Tri the Rock

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Join us on the first Friday of every month, June through September, for a 5k untimed walk/run series along East Plum Creek Trail. Afterward enjoy live music, food trucks, cocktails, and more at Festival Park in the heart of downtown Castle Rock. Each Friday there will be a different theme for the race to go along with the live music performance that evening. Prizes will be given to best dressed, not who can finish the race the fastest. So come unwind after a long week with a beautiful trail run through Downtown Castle Rock and then stay for the free First Fridays, After 5 Concert Series in Festival Park! 

You can register for the entire series or pick just one. Registration includes our swag item for each 5k, a beverage at the concert and different giveaways at each one for best dressed. Visit our First Friday's page for dates and information on each of the race themes.

  1. Tunes for Trails Bike Ride
  2. Strut Your Mutt
  3. Pedal the MOON

Tunes for Trails Bike Ride

Join us for a trail bike ride before spending the night in the fresh air listening to live music at the outdoor Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. Enjoy craft beers, cocktails, and delectable delights available for purchase from area vendors. Yard games and bounce houses will be set up for kids.
   
This free bike ride will leave 30 minutes before the concert starts and take part on the gold, purple and green loop. These loops will be closed off to runners and hikers during this time so families can enjoy the entire path.Riders should check in at the Community Events tent in the Core Plaza area near the splash pad at 5:30 p.m. There will be bike racks near the Amphitheater for your convenience so bring your lock and chain. After riding, participants are welcome to stay for the free concert! 

Date: Aug. 15
Check in: 5:30 p.m.
Time: Ride 6-7 p.m.
Concert 6:30-9 p.m.

This event is free to everyone but registration is required.


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