The Ol' College Try 24 Hour Ultra

Auraria, United States • 24-25 May 2025

The Ol' College Try 24 Hour Ultra is Denver's inaugural 24-hour ultra race, organized by Rise Again Running Events in collaboration with Tall Tales Ranch. Scheduled for May 24-25, 2025, at Auraria Campus, this event invites runners of all abilities to challenge themselves and achieve personal bests in a supportive environment. Participants can choose from individual events (6, 12, or 24 hours) or relay options. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Tall Tales Ranch, which aims to create housing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Finishers will receive medals, and prizes will be awarded for top performances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

24 hr
24 Hour
24 hr
24 Hours - Teams of 6
12 hr
12 Hour
12 hr
12 Hours - Teams of 4
6 hr
6 Hour
6 hr
6 Hours - Teams of 3
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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