Graland Gallop 2026
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Location: Washington Park (Enter at S. Franklin Street and Mississippi Avenue)
Hosted by: Graland Parent Association (GPA)
Location: Washington Park (Enter at S. Franklin Street and Mississippi Avenue)
Hosted by: Graland Parent Association (GPA)
The annual Graland Gallop is a 5K race and 1K Fun Run/Walk that kicks off the school year with community spirit and family fun. Open to students, families, educators, alumni, and friends, the event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.
Event Highlights
- All participants receive a Graland Gallop T-shirt and race bib.
- Students also receive a participation medal. (Participation medals are not included with "Stay in the Nest" registrations.)
- A Popsicle Party will be awarded to the grade with the most registered participants.
Registration Fees
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Early Bird (through September 11): $5
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Regular (September 12–22): $5
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Day of Registration: $5
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Stay in the Nest: $5
(For those unable to attend who still want to support the event and receive a T-shirt)
Note: Registration is complimentary for educators only.
Online registration closes Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
To register after the online registration deadline, please register in person during packet pick-up. Packet pick-up details will be shared in "Graland On-the-Go" closer to the event.
Race Day Schedule
- 8:00 a.m. – Registration and Family Fun Zone open
- 9:00 a.m. – 1K Fun Run/Walk
- 9:30 a.m. – 5K
Race Day Information
- Water will be available on-site. Participants are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle.
- Participants will receive their race T-shirt and participation medal at packet pick-up.
- Race awards will be announced via email following the event. Award medals will be distributed to students at school the following week.
Award Categories
- Overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Finishers
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Finishers by Grade
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Finishers in each age division:
- Ages 14–29
- Ages 30–44
- Ages 45–59
- Ages 60+
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Title Sponsor: $5,000
- Platinum Sponsor: $3,000
- Gold Sponsor: $2,000
- Silver Sponsor: $1,000
- Bronze Sponsor: $500
- Supporting Sponsor: $250
Interested in sponsoring the Graland Gallop?
Please contact Allie McMunn, Kari Nichols, or Jeri Volpe for sponsorship information. (make sure to link their emails)
Please contact Allie McMunn, Kari Nichols, or Jeri Volpe for sponsorship information. (make sure to link their emails)
Graland Country Day School
Graland Country Day School is a private school in Denver, Colorado, serving students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Founded in Denver in 1927, Graland incorporates a rich, experiential learning approach in a traditional classroom setting, emphasizing the development of globally and socially conscious leaders who excel academically.
