Each week, we showcase five upcoming fitness-related events around the state. To check out the complete Fitness Calendar, visit denverpost.com/fitness.
Blood screenings
Oct. 21-24: University Hospital and South Suburban Parks and Recreation offer annual comprehensive blood screenings for $40 that include cholesterol and 30 other blood components. A 12-hour fast is required and you must be 18 and above unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Additional screenings also available. Appointments not necessary. Oct. 21, 7-8:45 a.m. at Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate Circle, Lone Tree; Oct. 22, 7-9:30 a.m. at Goodson Recreation Center, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial; Oct. 23, 7-9:30 a.m. at Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave., Littleton; Oct. 24, 7-9:30 a.m. at Family Sports Center, 6901 S. Peoria St., Centennial; 303-730-4610
Great Pumpkin Haul
Oct. 19: Participants “haul” a pumpkin through a two-mile course with various obstacles. 8-9:20 a.m. choose your pumpkin from the patch and get it weighed, 8:45-9:15 a.m. pre-Haul boot camp, 9:30-10:30 a.m. the Haul begins in waves of 100 people every five minutes, 9:45 a.m. festivities begin including live music, cider, beer and more, 11:30 a.m. Kids Pumpkin Roll with mini pumpkins, 11:45 a.m. awards ceremony. Fees vary, teams welcome. Proceeds benefits Camp Com, a nonprofit that encourages outdoor activity for all ages. Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield, 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Road, Littleton, thegreatpumpkinhaul.com
Hoofin’ It Through the Hollows 5K Run/Walk
Oct. 25: Costumes are welcome for the annual 5K Run/Walk along the Highline Canal trail. 5:25 p.m. free Kids Fun Run Sprint, 5:30 p.m. costume contest, 5:45 p.m. walk/run begins. Fees vary. Prizes will be awarded in age and gender categories. Friendly dogs on leashes and strollers welcome. South Suburban’s deKoevend Park, 6315 S. University Blvd., Centennial,
Janus Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver
Oct. 17-19: The fifth annual running festival offers a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and relay with a finish line festival offering live music in Civic Center Park Oct. 19, along with a two-day Health & Fitness Expo at the Colorado Convention Center Oct. 17-18. Details on the website. runrocknroll.com/denver
Scream Scram 5K Run/Walk
Oct. 17: Costumes are encouraged for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver’s annual Halloween run/walk. Start time is 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. Pets (in costume) are welcome. An expo with treats and refreshments follows. Washington Park, 1100 S. Franklin St., 303-446-6820, e-mail events@bgcmd.org,
Korene Gallegos: 303-954-1409, kgallegos@denverpost.com or twitter.com/kgallegos
