Dandelion Foundation Color Fun Run
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 11:00AM MDT
- Location Great Falls, Montana
- Price $38.53
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a burst of color and fun at the 11th Annual Dandelion Foundation Color Fun Run on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the beautiful Great Falls, Cascade! This exciting family-friendly event features both a 5K and a 1-mile race, catering to participants of all ages. Adults can join in for just $35, while kids aged 7-17 can participate for only $10. Best of all, children aged 6 and under can run for free when accompanied by a registered adult.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant day filled with laughter, color, and community spirit, with all registrants receiving a t-shirt and color packets to add to the fun. Plus, kids will be delighted to receive capes this year! The races kick off at the Elks Riverside Park Skatepark, with the 1-mile race starting at 11 AM and the 5K following at 11:30 AM. Don’t forget to wear sunglasses and sunscreen, and consider bringing towels for the ride home! Join us as we support the vital work of The Dandelion Foundation in ending child abuse and family violence while creating unforgettable memories with family and friends. We can't wait to see you
Participants can look forward to a vibrant day filled with laughter, color, and community spirit, with all registrants receiving a t-shirt and color packets to add to the fun. Plus, kids will be delighted to receive capes this year! The races kick off at the Elks Riverside Park Skatepark, with the 1-mile race starting at 11 AM and the 5K following at 11:30 AM. Don’t forget to wear sunglasses and sunscreen, and consider bringing towels for the ride home! Join us as we support the vital work of The Dandelion Foundation in ending child abuse and family violence while creating unforgettable memories with family and friends. We can't wait to see you
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 11th Annual Dandelion Foundation Color Run. Race proceeds support the work of The Dandelion Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending child abuse and family violence. This is a great family friendly event!
* Adults $35.00 registration fee for 5k and 1 mile
* 7-17 ages are $10.00 registration fee for 5k and 1 mile
* 6 and under run FREE with a registered adult
* ALL registrants will get a t-shirt and color packets
* ALL registered kids will also get capes
* Strollers are WELCOME!
***ALL SPECIAL AGE GROUP PRICING WILL BE REFLECTED AND APPLIED ON THE REGISTRATION CHECKOUT PAGE.
REGISTRATION: Registration and packet pick-up time
* 5-7pm Friday June 5th at Annies Tap House:Whispering Petals
* 10-11am, Saturday, June 6th near the Skatepark at Elks Riverside Park.
RACE DETAILS: All races will begin near the Elks Riverside Park Skatepark. The 1 mile and 5K races will be staggered slightly, but close enough together to accommodate families.
1 mile will start at 11AM
5K will start at 11:30AM
New This Year- Now offering competitive timing official results.
Also New this year- Capes for the KIDS!
Hope you will join us for a family friendly fundraising event!
SUGGESTIONS:
* Plan to get colored!
* Leaf blowers available for post race clean up
* Throw an old blanket or some towels in your car for the drive home
* Sunglasses, sunscreen, and hats recommended
We use high quality nontoxic colored powder which will easily wash from most clothes and hair. Purchased through Color Blaze - Visit us at www.colorblaze.com #1 supplier of color powder for runs, festivals, color wars, parties, and more!!
FRIENDLY REMINDERS:
T-shirt and color packet for every registered participant
No Pets
Registration is only refundable if the event is cancelled
Looking forward to seeing you there!
* Adults $35.00 registration fee for 5k and 1 mile
* 7-17 ages are $10.00 registration fee for 5k and 1 mile
* 6 and under run FREE with a registered adult
* ALL registrants will get a t-shirt and color packets
* ALL registered kids will also get capes
* Strollers are WELCOME!
***ALL SPECIAL AGE GROUP PRICING WILL BE REFLECTED AND APPLIED ON THE REGISTRATION CHECKOUT PAGE.
REGISTRATION: Registration and packet pick-up time
* 5-7pm Friday June 5th at Annies Tap House:Whispering Petals
* 10-11am, Saturday, June 6th near the Skatepark at Elks Riverside Park.
RACE DETAILS: All races will begin near the Elks Riverside Park Skatepark. The 1 mile and 5K races will be staggered slightly, but close enough together to accommodate families.
1 mile will start at 11AM
5K will start at 11:30AM
New This Year- Now offering competitive timing official results.
Also New this year- Capes for the KIDS!
Hope you will join us for a family friendly fundraising event!
SUGGESTIONS:
* Plan to get colored!
* Leaf blowers available for post race clean up
* Throw an old blanket or some towels in your car for the drive home
* Sunglasses, sunscreen, and hats recommended
We use high quality nontoxic colored powder which will easily wash from most clothes and hair. Purchased through Color Blaze - Visit us at www.colorblaze.com #1 supplier of color powder for runs, festivals, color wars, parties, and more!!
FRIENDLY REMINDERS:
T-shirt and color packet for every registered participant
No Pets
Registration is only refundable if the event is cancelled
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Races
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5k Color Fun Run
Incl. $3.53 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (11:00AM MDT)
$38.53
CLOSED5k run / walk -
1 Mile Color Fun Run
Incl. $3.53 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (11:00AM MDT)
$38.53
CLOSED1 mile kids run / walk
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