2nd Annual Wild and Colorful 5k

Saturday, August 5, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM EDT
Shepherdstown, West Virginia
$22.20–$32.80 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a vibrant and unforgettable experience at the 2nd Annual Wild and Colorful 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 5, 2023, in the charming town of Shepherdstown, Jefferson. Kicking off at 9:00 AM, this colorful fun run invites participants of all ages to join in on the excitement, wearing the special "WILD AND COLORFUL" t-shirt provided at check-in. As you make your way through the 5K course, prepare to be splashed with a rainbow of colored powders at various points, turning the run into a joyful celebration of color and community.

But the fun doesn’t end at the finish line! After the race, stick around for the exhilarating COLOR PARTY, complete with music, dancing, and a chance to capture memorable moments with friends and family. The festivities continue with massive color throws, creating a spectacular visual display that will leave you and your fellow participants beaming with happiness. For those looking for a shorter challenge, a Kid's 1-mile run/walk will take place at 10:00 AM. Don’t miss out on this colorful celebration that benefits Jefferson High School Cross Country. Sign up today and be part of an event filled with joy

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Races

  • 5k Color Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:00 AM EDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed
  • Kids 10 and under 1 mile Color Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM EDT

    $22.20

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Saturday, August 5, 2023. 8:00am - 1:00pm

This fun COLOR RUN is the BRIGHTEST and HAPPIEST self timed event in the area! At random points throughout the course, runners and walkers are doused from head to toe in different colored powder! Participants wear the white "WILD AND COLORFUL" t-shirt they receive at check-in to the starting line and finish the race plastered in color! The fun doesn't stop once the race is over, the excitement continues at the COLOR PARTY with music, dancing, photo ops, vendors, and more massive color throws, which create millions of vivid color combinations. There will be a rolling start time, so participants can run with groups of friends

-T-Shirt pickup will start at 8:00am. 5K race/walk will begin at 9:00am. Kid's 1 mile run/walk will begin at 10:00am.

- Color packs for the color party will be sold for an additional $1 after the race.

-If registering after after July 31, 2023 registration will increase by $5 and t-shirt will not be guaranteed.

-Proceeds benefit Jefferson High School Cross Country.

-Sorry, no refunds.

Location

Morgan's Grove Park, 4198 Kearneysville Pike, Shepherdstown, 25443, WV, United States

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