Lace up for a meaningful morning at the Miles for Melanoma - Denver 5K on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the picturesque Sloan Lake Park. This annual event, hosted by the Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF), invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to join a vibrant community dedicated to raising critical funds and awareness for melanoma research, early detection, and prevention. The course offers a scenic and relatively flat 5K route, approximately 3.1 miles long, winding off-road around Sloan Lake and providing inspiring views of the Denver skyline and distant mountains.

Miles for Melanoma - Denver is more than just a race; it's a powerful gathering of patients, survivors, caregivers, and supporters, fostering an atmosphere of camaraderie and hope. Participants contribute directly to the MRF's mission as the largest independent organization devoted to melanoma. Unique to this event, attendees can benefit from free on-site skin screenings, emphasizing the race's core message of sun safety. All in-person registrants receive a special UPF50+ Coolibar race shirt, perfect for promoting sun protection both on race day and beyond.

Typical race day conditions in mid-June in Denver feature comfortable lows around 53°F, warming to highs near 85°F, with a low chance of precipitation at only 8%. The event kicks off with opening ceremonies around 8:30 AM MT, followed by the 5K start at 9:00 AM MT. Come experience an inspiring race that makes a tangible difference in the fight against melanoma.