About the 2025 Graland Gallop
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Location: Washington Park (Enter at S. Franklin and Mississippi)
Hosted by: Graland Parent Association (GPA)
Hosted by: Graland Parent Association (GPA)
The annual Graland Gallop is a 5K and 1K Fun Run/Walk that kicks off the school year with community spirit and family fun. Open to all Graland families, students, faculty, and friends, the event encourages participation at every level.
Event Highlights
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All participants receive a Gallop T-shirt and race bib
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Students also receive a participation medal
(Note: 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 (Per Person)
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Early Bird (through September 19): $20
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Regular (September 20–23): $30
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Day of Registration: $35
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Stay in the Nest: $20
(For those unable to attend who still want to support the event and receive a T-shirt)
Please note: When registering, please avoid using periods in the name field on the family information page, as they will prevent you from moving on to the payment page and completing your registration. If you need further assistance, please contact Jeri Volpe at 303-399-8370 or jvolpe@graland.org.
Online registration closes Tuesday, September 23, at 4:00 p.m.
To register after this deadline, please do so in person during packet pick-up. Details will be shared in the "Graland On-the-Go Newsletter" closer to the event.
Online registration closes Tuesday, September 23, at 4:00 p.m.
To register after this deadline, please do so in person during packet pick-up. Details will be shared in the "Graland On-the-Go Newsletter" closer to the event.
Race Day Schedule
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8:00 a.m. – Registration and Family Fun Zone open
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9:00 a.m. – 1K Fun Run/Walk begins
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9:30 a.m. – 5K begins
Race Day Reminders
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Water will be available on-site. Please bring a refillable water bottle for each participant.
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Students will receive their T-shirts and medals at packet pick-up.
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Race results will be announced via email. Award medals will be distributed in class the following week.
Award Categories
- Overall Finishers: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place (male, female, and nonbinary)
- By Grade Level: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place (male, female, and nonbinary)
- By Age Group:
- Ages 14–29 (male, female, and nonbinary)
- Ages 30–44 (male, female, and nonbinary)
- Ages 45–59 (male, female, and nonbinary)
- Ages 60+ (male, female, and nonbinary)
Sponsorships Now Open for the 2025 Graland Gallop!
Title Sponsor: $5,000
Platinum Sponsor: $3,000
Gold Sponsor: $2,000
Silver Sponsor: $1,000
Bronze Sponsor: $500
Supporting Sponsor: $250
Sponsor the Gallop
Contact Johanna Hermes, Alex Hoover, or Jeri Volpe to secure your sponsorship today!
Title Sponsor: $5,000
Platinum Sponsor: $3,000
Gold Sponsor: $2,000
Silver Sponsor: $1,000
Bronze Sponsor: $500
Supporting Sponsor: $250
Sponsor the Gallop
Contact Johanna Hermes, Alex Hoover, or Jeri Volpe to secure your sponsorship today!
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.
