The Bolder Boulder 10-kilometer road race will take place on Memorial Day — Monday, May 26 — in downtown Boulder. Several road closures and ongoing construction will be simultaneously taking place. The Boulder Police Department released a statement regarding the upcoming event and information about getting around the city during the event. BPD said that there will be an estimated 54,000 runners participating in the race and more than 50,000 spectators.
The BPD provided maps outlining the race course, available parking, and road closures. Street closures will begin at 3 a.m. when 30th Street will be closed from Pearl to Arapahoe, which is where the race starting line is located. At 6 am., the rest of the road closures will take place and at 1 p.m., all of the streets will be reopened.
During these road closures, drivers will not have an outlet to Broadway. The only outlet from downtown Boulder during this time period will be via Pearl and Folsom and driving to the south. There is a sewer and stormwater maintenance project on the outside perimeter of the race course located at 11th and Canyon Boulevard, but this will not impact the outlet route at Pearl and Folsom.
“Whether you’re coming to run, watch or just live and work in our great city, we urge you to bring your patience and plan ahead for multiple street closures and parking restrictions as we work together to keep everyone safe,” the BPD said.
The event website provides parking recommendations for runners and spectators. There will be paid parking available on the CU campus south of Colorado Avenue and Regent Drive. Parking is available at Marine east of 30th Street, but it is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parking lots are open three hours before the start of the race.
The event organizers say attendees should expect heavy traffic and approximately 45-minute delays when leaving after the conclusion of the race. Attendees are encouraged to view the maps posted on X by the BPD and visit the Bolder Boulder website for other details about parking and transportation.
