What is the Color Run?
The Color Run, also known as the Happiest 5K on the Planet, is a unique event that celebrates healthiness, happiness, and individuality. Now the largest running series in the world, The Color Run has been experienced by over 8 million runners worldwide in 50+ countries.
What is the Color Run theme for 2016?
In 2016, The Color Run theme was the Tropicolor World Tour featuring new experiences including the Tropicolor Zone where runners were covered in a tropical array of colors and island scents as they passed through palm trees and island-style music.
What is the color runners challenge?
At each kilometer mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder. Participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered in color. Once the race is over, the fun continues at the Finish Festival, a larger-than-life party equipped with music, dancing, photo ops, activity booths,…
Who sponsors the Color Run?
A variety of corporations sponsor The Color Run in different locations. For example Chevrolet sponsored The Color Run US in 2012 and 2013, Shout in 2014, Swisse in Australia, and Dulux in the UK and Ireland. Mitsubishi was named the “Official Vehicle Partner” of “The Color Run Night” on October 18, 2014.
The Color Run is an event series and five kilometer paint race, inspired by the Hindu festival of Holi, that is owned and operated by The Color Run LLC, a for-profit company. It takes place in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand, Australia, Africa, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates.
How many times has the Color Run been held in 2015?
In 2015 it was held 112 times in the United States, 7 in the United Kingdom, 6 in Australia and 4 in China. Also in Hungary since 2016, people can experience the feeling of the Color Run.
When was a color run filmed?
A Color Run was filmed for Australian soap opera Home and Away in October 2014, which was broadcast on April 7, 2015. The Color Run was honored as the “Best B2C Marketing Team” at the 2014 Utah Marketing Awards. Travis Snyder, founder and CEO of The Color Run, was selected as part of the Utah Business Magazine “2015 Forty under 40”.
When was the first Color Run Night?
On Saturday, October 18, 2014, the very first Color Run Night took place in the United States in the Philadelphia area. Around 10,000 people gathered for the event.
How many times has the Color Run been held in 2014?
In 2014, it was held 300 times in over 50 countries worldwide. “The Color Run Night” was first introduced.
What will I get as a volunteer at the Color Run™?
We always offer an exclusive The Color Run™ t-shirt to our volunteers, and this year’s cute tie-dye print will definitely make your friends jealous. As a volunteer, you’re helping us give back.
How early should I get to the Color Run 5K?
We recommend arriving early to find parking and get to the start line on time. **** All participants must start The Color Run 5k route no later than 8:00am. If you need to check in on event morning please arrive no later than 6:30am and remember it is $5 per packet to pick up on the morning of the event.
What has the Color Run partnered with in 2016?
In 2016 The Color Run partnered with Sparkling Fruit2O for races in Canada where participants were given samples of the carbonated waters and teas at the finish line. The Color Run also partnered with Epson in 2016, where they provided an Epson EcoTank tent for post-race photo ops and new technology to check out.