Join us for the annual Orangetheory 5K at Labor Day Lift Off. Starting from the IAFF Fallen Firefighters Memorial (northwest corner of Memorial Park), head through the side streets of Memorial Park, around Prospect Lake and finish back at the memorial. The 5K race will start at 9 a.m., but …
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Join us for the annual Orangetheory 5K at Labor Day Lift Off.
Starting from the IAFF Fallen Firefighters Memorial (northwest corner of Memorial Park), head through the side streets of Memorial Park, around Prospect Lake and finish back at the memorial.
The 5K race will start at 9 a.m., but come early and watch around 70 balloons take to the sky and enjoy shopping and vendors before the run!
Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
Labor Day Lift Off
The Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off is a balloon festival that has been held every year since 1977! Over the last 47 years, the event has grown into one of the largest ballooning celebrations in the nation and a cherished summer celebration. The 5k race is a great addition to the tradition of providing family-friendly festivities for all to enjoy!
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Quick mostly flat high 6k elevation
Good altitude training. Starts at 9 am tho so a little warm except when overcast. Not enough portapotties so ran with needing to pee the whole race. Good vendors and … MORE
Good altitude training. Starts at 9 am tho so a little warm except when overcast. Not enough portapotties so ran with needing to pee the whole race. Good vendors and swag. Plenty of water.
Awesome park and balloon lift off
Fun and great scenery with large turnout lots of spectators to see the hot air balloon lift offs very colorful and great atmosphere there. 6,200 ft elevation makes for a … MORE
Fun and great scenery with large turnout lots of spectators to see the hot air balloon lift offs very colorful and great atmosphere there. 6,200 ft elevation makes for a challenging pace!