Admission: FREE
Location: City of Aurora Water-Wise Garden
15151 E Alameda Pkwy
Aurora,
CO
80012
Contact: Heather Dearman
Email:
hdearman@auroragov.org
Phone:
(303) 907-0583
Day of Resilience 2026
Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 8 a.m.–Noon
Aurora Municipal Center Water-Wise Garden
Join the 7/20 Memorial Foundation for the 10th Annual Day of Resilience, a community celebration of healing, connection, wellness, and hope. This family-friendly event brings together community members, survivors, families, first responders, and supporters for a morning of activities that promote resilience and togetherness.
Event Highlights:
• Hero's Journey 5K benefiting the Zack Golditch Opportunity Scholarship
• Kids Fun Run
• Live Chalk Art Experience featuring talented local artists
• Wellness Activities & Experiences
• Live Music
• Food
• Community Activities & Resources
• Community Raffle featuring prizes from local businesses and partners
• Beer Tasting (21+) with a dedicated sober space available
5K Schedule:
• Check-in & Stretching: 7:00–7:45 a.m.
• Hero's Journey 5K Start: 8:00 a.m.
• Kids Fun Run Start: 8:45 a.m.
Whether you choose to run, create, connect, volunteer, or simply spend time with friends and neighbors, the Day of Resilience offers an opportunity to come together, support one another, and celebrate the strength of community.
Move. Create. Connect. Heal.