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Step Up For Cancer is an informational, educational and fundraising stair-climbing event focused on uniting all generations in support in the fight against cancer. This event is designed to increase awareness of community cancer resources and to foster greater collaboration among Denver metro nonprofit cancer organizations. Join us in our second year and Step Up on Sunday, August 8th.
Event Awards
| Most money raised by a team | Cancer Support Community Crew raising money for Cancer Support Community Colorado |
| Most money raised by a non-profit | Cancer Support Community Colorado |
| Most money raised by an individual | Monique Tuttle raising money for Cancer Support Community Colorado |
| Highest number of individual donations by an individual | Doug Fulton, Jordan's Angel Foundation, 29 total donations |
| Fastest Male: Overall | Tony Tarantino |
| Fastest Female: Overall | Becki Lynn Lassley |
| Fastest Male: Senior | Michael Heymans |
| Fastest Female: Senior | Carol Robbins |
The Event
Participants of all abilities and ages will be walking or running the stairs. Enjoy live music, performers, restorative yoga, the kids zone, and massage stations throughout the event. In addition, over 40 non-profit cancer organizations will be positioned around the stadium providing information about their organization including: healthy living, cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, access to care, patient and caregiver support, research, advocacy, and survivorship.
Located at Dick's Sporting Good Park
6000 Victory Way, Commerce City, CO 80022
East of Denver off I-70 and Quebec
Take exit 278 and follow signs north
On-site registration opens at 6:30am
Rain or shine
Click here for directions.
- Race time: 7:00 am - 7:30 am. This is our fastest heat and you’ll race for fun giveaways
- Men: able to complete a 5K in under 21:00 (about 6:45/mile pace)
- Women: able to complete a 5K in under 25:00 (about 8:00/mile pace)
- Race time: 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- All ages and abilities welcome! You will receive a timing chip during registration and you’ll be able to check your time online
- Race time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Enjoy the course at your own pace
- Race time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- A special course will be set up on the field for those who don’t want to climb stairs
The Course
Everyone of all ages is invited to participate. The course is comprised of 33 rows, 1,765 stairs and uniquely designed to be completed at your own pace and ability. Don't want to climb stairs? An Accessible course is available on the field and does not require stair climbing.
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What To Bring
Wear comfortable clothing, sneakers, and sunscreen. Water stations are located throughout the stadium. Spectators are welcome for encouragement and to walk the non-profit area.
Entertainment
Live Entertainment from Judge Roughneck and Pet Motel. CBS4’s Vic Lombardi to emcee the event.
Event t-shirt, bib number and timing chip are available for pick-up on the day of the event only, beginning at 6:30am.
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