About the ColderBOLDER in diciembre

The ColderBOLDER 5K was created in 2003 as part of our racing series. It’s the “polar opposite” sister race to the BOLDERBoulder. It has become increasingly popular, now selling out year after year.

Runners are attracted to it because it’s the perfect way to start the winter holiday season on the right foot. It finishes in the university’s field house where festivities and the holiday spirit fill the air. It’s also a fast course that runs through the picturesque campus of the University of Colorado. Although it’s a smaller race, you can still expect a great racing experience.

The ColderBolder is locally owned and operated. This event has taken on a life of its own that we never quite envisioned, and it rewards us every year beyond measure. We hope you will join us to celebrate fitness, the cold, the holidays and this amazing city of ours Boulder, Colorado. Remember, “Warmth is for Whiners!”

Race Format
The ColderBOLDER is an invite-only event with 14 individual races plus a Walking Wave.

The First 13 races are for people who received a qualifying time from the last BOLDERBoulder or ColderBOLDER. Each of these races puts people together who are about the same speed. Why? So everyone has a shot at winning. For example, if you finished the BOLDERBoulder in 52 minutes you race against people who finished between 52-54 minutes. It’s everyone’s chance at personal racing glory and eternal fame. The top six in each race win Cold Medals. That’s 84 medalists total. So come break out in a cold sweat with us, and pour cold water on those winter blues.

The 14th race is an Open Race that has no qualifying standards. Enjoy the winter festivities as fast or as slow as you’d like!

We finish with 1 Walking Wave. This is open for anyone who want a festive stroll through CU campus and our winter wonderland. This is not a race (no placement Cold Medals), but all will receive a Finisher’s Medal!