For the 11th year, the LL5K, hosted by Sweetheart City Racing is scheduled to begin at Loveland Fairgrounds Park on July 4th at 8 am. Runner and walkers are encouraged to attend. We are proud to support several local Veterans groups, with the 2024 Liberty 5K. Please visit their links below and stop by their booths on race day. The race will begin promptly at 8 a.m. Racers will need to arrive early to assure smooth parking (as it is limited) as well as an on-time start. The Elite corral/wave will start at 8:45am. If you can run a 5K under 24 min for men, under 26 min for women, sign up and run with the Elites.
Returning this year is the kid’s race! Small children toddler - elementary can run around 100 yards and cross the finish line! More details coming soon.
Please check out our Race First Stop! It will have frequently asked questions and answers.
Race First Stop:
Is parking available? Yes. There is parking on both sides of the river, Barnes Softball Complex, and off Railroad north of the park entrance. There is also a free parking garage in downtown Loveland, about 1/2 mile from the start line. Railroad Ave will be closed at 3rd and there is very limited parking off Railroad. We encourage everyone to park at Barnes Softball Complex and walk over the bridge to the event area.
Am I guaranteed a shirt? To be guaranteed a shirt you must register by June 18th. We always order extras and you will see inventory when you register. We always have other swag available if we run out of shirts.
Is there race day registration? Yes. ALL registration is online. If you want to pay with cash or a check please see one of the volunteers to assist you. The price goes up on race day. Please see the pricing on the registration link.
Will you cancel the race if it’s cold, snowing, windy, or rainy? No. We will hold the event rain or shine. Lightening will delay the event, but that chance is very, VERY slim.
If you are a Veteran or First Responders, please contact us for a discount code. Thank you for your service.
Packet Pickup: Pre-race packet pickup will be July 3rd, 5-6:30pm, at Backyard Tap, 323 N railroad Ave, Loveland CO 80537. You may pick up your packet on race day starting at 7am, at the event at Fairgrounds Park, but we HIGHLY encourage you to pick it up Wednesday evening. Backyard Tap will be offering $1 off drinks when you pick up your packets. Race packets and shirts will not be available after the race has begun. Please make sure you get your packets before the race starts.
Are scooters allowed?: We love seeing all the kiddos at the Loveland Liberty 5K. For the safety of other participants, scooters, bikes, rollerblades, and skates are not allowed. If your children are too young to walk or run the 5K, we have the “Littles” run starting around 9:15am, just after the Elite race is over. Awards will be right after the “Littles” race.
Are Dogs Allowed?: Dogs are welcome but MUST BE WELL BEHAVED. They have to be leashed the entire time. Any dogs caught off-leash will result in you getting disqualified and they won’t be able to return. We love seeing them out there on the course, but for safety reasons, they need to be well-behaved and leashed at all times. Leashes must be 5 feet in length or shorter. Please be considerate of others around you so you don’t trip people with the leashes. Poudre Pet and Feed Supply will be there with a booth and their treat truck. They have great treats for your fur family priced between $1-$4 usually. There will be water for them at the aid station and finish line.
Do you have awards? Yes! Here is the breakdown:
Overall - top 3 male and female, custom-made medals, gift cash purse, local gift cards, shoes for 1st place(from Altitude Running)
Masters Overall - top 3 male and female, custom-made medals, gift cash purse, local gift cards
Age Divisions - top 3 male and female: (custom-made medals and gift certificates to local businesses)
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Course Map
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