Parker Parks and Recreation Dash Across the Dam Father’s Day 5K

Dash Across the Dam Father’s Day 5K

Date: June 20, 2026
Time: 5K: 8 a.m.  
Location: Rueter-Hess Reservoir
5K Event Fee: Starts at $40* (plus processing fee)
Price increase on June 6, event-day walk-up registration will not be available.    

Celebrate Dad in stride at the best Dam Race in Town: the Parker Parks and Recreation Dash Across the Dam 5K, presented in partnership with RNK Running & Walking! Gather family and friends and head to the stunning Rueter-Hess Reservoir for a 3.1-mile adventure that’s equal parts challenge, celebration, and community fun.

Whether you’re running for a personal record, walking with friends, or racing alongside Dad, this scenic course offers unbeatable views and an unforgettable way to kick off Father’s Day weekend.

Registered 5K participants receive a commemorative item (register by June 7 to guarantee item), a delicious pancake breakfast, and custom race bib. Commemorative Finisher Medals are available for purchase as an "add-on" during registration and must be ordered by June 12.  

Extend your stay with a free and convenient post-race day pass (per car), available as an add-on during registration. This pass offers continued access to the premises on race day. The day passes are provided by the car thus, spectators, families and runners traveling together may all participate but once you leave the premises you will not be able to re-enter.

New this year, participants who elect post-race day pass may bring personal watercraft, but the craft must go through an inspection. Watercraft rentals will also be available through Surf'SUP. To ensure your post-race stay at the reservoir, remember to add the day pass to your registration and note use of personal watercraft.  

The overall male/female finishers, as well as the top three male/female finishers in each of the following divisions of the 5K will be awarded: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+.

This event is held rain, snow or shine. NO REFUNDS will be issued. Any proceeds from the event will benefit the Town of Parker Scholarship Program, which helps Parker families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in Town Recreation programs and facilities. 

Packet Pickup: Friday June 19, 3-7pm location TBD.  Event-day packet pickup will open at race site starting at 7 a.m.