Spectators gather near Ted's Place on Colorado State Highway 14 to cheer on runners competing in the Colorado Marathon on Sunday, May 6, 2018.

Children compete in the Kid's Race, one of three runs held during the 19th annual FireKracker 5K held at City Park on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.

Uncle Sam leads children in the Kid's Race, one of three runs held during the 19th annual FireKracker 5K held at City Park on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.