5k for 5k: GHS Color Crazy Fun Run + 5k Challenge

Sunday, September 17, 2023 Past event

10:30 AM EDT

Green Twp, New Jersey

$21.10–$31.40 · 2 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the excitement at the GHS Color Crazy Fun Run + 5k Challenge on Sunday, September 17th, 2023, in Green Township, Sussex! This vibrant event promises a day filled with laughter, community spirit, and colorful fun for all ages. Participants can choose between a lively 1-mile Color Fun Run or a more challenging 5k Walk/Run, making it the perfect outing for families, friends, and fitness enthusiasts alike. The 1-mile event kicks off at 10:00 AM, while the 5k starts at 10:30 AM.

As you dash toward the finish line in your white shirt, prepare to be showered with a rainbow of non-toxic color, creating unforgettable memories! Children under 5 can join in for free, and there will be plenty of post-run activities, food trucks, and music to enjoy. Plus, top finishers will be recognized with exciting prizes! All proceeds from this event directly support the health, wellness, and education of our K-8 students in the community. Don’t miss out on this colorful celebration; sign up by August 17th to secure your free t-shirt and get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and friendship!

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Races

1 Mile Color Fun Run

Incl. $1.10 Fee & T-Shirt

10:00 AM EDT

$21.10

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5k Color Run

Incl. $1.40 Fee & T-Shirt

10:30 AM EDT

$31.40

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Organiser's description

CRAWL, WALK, TROT OR RUN, THERE WILL BE FUN FOR ALL ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH.
GHS PTA INTRODUCES ITS PREMIERE 1 MILE COLOR FUN RUN AND 5K.

Get outside and enjoy the nature and community of Green Township as you support our K-8 students. You'll start in a white shirt, but as you make your towards the finish line, you'll be blasted with a rainbow of colors _if you so desire! _The color ending may be optional, but laughter, sweat and kindness are mandatory. Children under 5 are free. _Raindate: Sunday, September 24th._
* PRIZES FOR TOP FINISHERS * FOOD TRUCKS * POST RUN ACTIVITIES * MUSIC

_Dependent on donations, registrations and approvals we hope to provide post activities which could include Axe Throwing, Bounce Houses and Face painting._

OPTIONS:

1 MILE WALK/RUN: e_xcellent choice for families and children | _10:00 AM START | $20
5K WALK/RUN: _excellent choice for walkers, runners and anyone in between _ | 10:30 START | $30
REGISTER BY AUGUST 17TH TO ENSURE A FREE T-SHIRT.

WE WOULD LOVE TO REACH OUR GOAL: 5K FOR 5K!

WE ARE GLADLY ACCEPTING SPONSORS AND SUPPORT, PLEASE VISIT OUR DONATION AND VOLUNTEER PAGES TO ENSURE OUR FIRST EVENT IS A SUCCESS! THE STUDENT WITH THE HIGHEST CONTRIBUTIONS IN THEIR NAME WILL BE RECOGNIZED AND GIFTED.

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE HEALTH, WELLNESS AND EDUCATION OF THE YOUTH IN OUR COMMUNITY!

HINTS:

* Sign in/Packet Pickup TBD (tentatively 9-9:45 am)
* Wear clothing that you are comfortable getting covered in non-toxic colored cornstarch.
* Bring towels or trash bags to sit on in your car.
* Wear sunglasses. Our volunteer blasters will try their best to avoid your eyes.
* The color ending is optional..._but live a little_.
* This is walk or run, decide what is best for YOU.
* Children under 5 are free.

_ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT GO DIRECTLY TOWARDS SUPPORTING OUR GREEN HILLS STUDENTS._