According to Runner’s World magazine, Bolder Boulder is America’s
all-time best 10k. Over the past thirty-five years, some of the best runners
among other thousands of amateur athletes come to compete
at an altitude of 5430 feet above sea level.
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During every Memorial Day weekend, renowned world’s best runners and other beginners always turn up for this racing event.
When : 27 May 2024
The Bolder Boulder race in Colorado was co-founded by Frank Shorter who is an Olympic champion and a gold medalist of the 1972 summer Olympics that Munich hosted. Shorter spear-headed this distance running race that it become a craze in the USA during the 1970s.
Where Should I Stay for BOLDERBoulder?
During this running event, business booms, especially for Boulder CO hotels and surrounding places since people come from all over the country, either as participants or spectators.
Therefore, the best places to stay during this event would be near the start or finish line.
Some of the best hotels with great customer services and facilities for the best stay are located within walking distance of University of Colorado’s Folsom Field (Finish) and near 30th and Walnut (Start).
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CO 80303, Boulder, 4950 Baseline Road
- This apartment-style hotel near the University of... read more
USD 199
CO 80027, Louisville, 912 West Dillon Road
Located a short drive from Boulder city centre,... read more
USD 149
80304, Boulder, 4777 North Broadway Street
This hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and... read more
USD 152
CO 80301, Boulder, 4710 Pearl East Circle
The Courtyard is located off of Highway 70... read more
USD 179
CO 80301, Boulder, 3030 Center Green Drive
Just 2.4 miles outside of downtown Boulder, this... read more
USD 189
CO 80302, Boulder, 2660 Canyon Boulevard
Located in Boulder, Boulder Marriott is 1.2 km... read more
USD 249
CO 80027, Louisville, 948 West Dillon Road
Located just off the Boulder Turnpike and 0.5... read more
USD 149
CO 80302-6899 , Boulder, 1345 28th Street
Located in downtown Boulder, this hotel is 800... read more
USD 152
CO 80027, Louisville, 1196 W. Dillon Rd
Located off Highway 36, this Boulder, Colorado hotel... read more
USD 129
CO 80303, Boulder, 5397 South Boulder Road
Situated in Boulder, 4.6 km from University of... read more
USD 169
CO 80027, Louisville, 960 West Dillon Road
Featuring 3-star accommodation, Best Western Plus Boulder Louisville... read more
USD 149
CO 80027, Louisville, 902 West Dillon Road
Located 7 miles away from University of Colorado... read more
USD 116
CO 80302, Boulder, 2020 Arapahoe Avenue
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Boulder,... read more
USD 239
CO 80020, Broomfield, 13351 West Midway Boulevard
Hyatt House Boulder/Broomfield features a fitness centre, shared... read more
USD 179
CO 80301, Boulder, 6333 Lookout Road
Featuring an indoor swimming pool, this hotel is... read more
USD 199
CO 80301, Boulder, 2280 Junction Place
Offering an indoor pool and a restaurant, Hyatt... read more
USD 274
CO 80302, Boulder, 91 Fourmile Canyon Drive
Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub... read more
USD 273
CO 80020, Broomfield, 11401 Via Varra
Featuring 2-star accommodation, Holiday Inn Express & Suites... read more
USD 183
CO 80302, Boulder, 1632 Broadway
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CO 80302, Boulder, 200 Arapahoe Avenue
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USD 225
CO 80503, Niwot, 342 2nd Avenue
Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Niwot... read more
USD 249
CO 80302, Boulder, 2701 Canyon Boulevard
Situated in Boulder, Hilton Garden Inn Boulder features... read more
USD 225
CO 80302, Boulder, 2601 Canyon Boulevard
Located in Boulder, Embassy Suites By Hilton Boulder... read more
USD 274
CO 80302, Boulder, 2151 Arapahoe Avenue
Set in Boulder, within 1.4 km of University... read more
USD 273
The race attracts over 50,000 participants and it’s the fourth largest road race in the USA. It’s unique since participants dress as bananas, gorillas, Teletubbies, Stormtroopers and Elvis. As participants run through the city’s neighborhoods, they come across live music and entertainment at almost every turn. At the front yards are bands set up to play songs to encourage racers.
Some hotels are within walking distance from the start line or the finish line. The best place to stay will be between the start and the finish line. Several excellent properties are found between the starting and finishing line located on Canyon Boulevard near 29th Street.
Hotels found between the start and the finish line are; The Hiltons on the canyon, sister hotels Embassy suites and Hilton garden inn. These hotels are strategically located at the center of Boulder. You will only be a few minutes from the starting line and the finishing line, apart from that, you will also be able to enjoy access to all the best things that Boulder has to offer.
The Bolder boulder 10k race is an event that attracts so many spectators and participants from different areas in the US and the world. Be sure to book and make your reservations in advance from the best hotels in Boulder to comfortable enjoy your stay during the Memorial Day weekend.
Some of the best hotels to consider staying during the Bolder Boulder 10k race include;
The Hilton Garden Inn Boulder is located on the corner of Canyon Blvd and 28th street. It’s one mile from the University of Boulder. Also, it’s ten minutes’ walk from Chautauqua park and Boulder Creek path. The hotel delivers a cleaner stay from check-in to check-out. It also provides peace of mind when you stay on its premises.
Furthermore, you can find a luxury spa that is open seven days a week. For the ladies, you can get your make up done right as your skin lashes and brows are taken care of too. Enjoy the cool restaurant and evening room service.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder is located at the center of Boulder and half a mile from the University of Colorado. It’s five minutes away from Pearl street mall and downtown. The Eldorado canyon state park is ten miles away from the hotel.
The four-star hotel offers 24-hour customer service and a two-story fitness center with great mountain views from the rooftop pool. Apart from a great mountain view, clients get treated to hot breakfast and evening reception all paid for by the hotel.
If you are looking for the ultimate stay experience for this event, then this property is a good option. Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Boulder Marriott hotel and spa is your perfect hotel if you are looking for a good time in Boulder. It’s just a walking distance from the University of Colorado and other shops and restaurants.
It boasts of uniquely-designed guest rooms. It offers dining in canyon restaurants or convenient in-room dining connected to the newest five-star spa experience. Packed with many outdoor activities such as hiking at the Chautauqua Park, visiting the min blowing University of Colorado campus and shopping at the pearl street mall.
Residence Inn by Marriott Canyon Boulevard is located in central Boulder CO. During your stay at the hotel, you can enjoy outdoor activities such as shopping at the pearl street mall, hiking and biking trails. You can also access other restaurants, breweries and boutique shops located around the hotel.
You will be able to enjoy all the hotel conveniences during your stay at the hotel. You can enjoy daily hot breakfast during your stay, a spacious and modern fitness center together with an indoor pool and spacious hotel suites. The spacious hotel suites come together with separate living and sleeping areas with a fully equipped kitchen. Take your time to relax and enjoy the great amenities that the hotel has to offer.
The starting line of the race is at the 30th and Walnut while the finishing line is at the University of Colorado’s Folsom Field.
During the race, Boulder citizens usually hand out cupcakes, get water slides set up, throw marshmallows, and spray water as a way of cooling of the racers. There is a house in the famous route for cooking fresh bacon and hands them out to racers. The whole community gets involved during this event that’s why it’s known as a family-friendly event.
When the racers approach the finish line at the University of Colorado’s Folsom Field. They are greeted by some 40,000 fans, once the race comes to an end, the biggest Memorial Day celebrations begin.
During the celebration, there is honoring of veterans, fighter jets fly over, 21-gun salutes and the highlight is usually paratroopers flying into the stadium while they display flags representing the various branches of the military.
— bb10k.bolderboulder.com : Official website
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