Kiwanis 5k Color Run and Pancake Festival

Saturday, October 7, 2023 Past event

9:45 AM CDT

Natchitoches, Louisiana

$16.90–$43.40 · 5 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the excitement at the 8th Annual Kiwanis 5K Color Run and Pancake Festival on Saturday, October 7, 2023, in the vibrant city of Natchitoches! Taking place at Northwestern State University's Collin's Pavilion, this family-friendly event kicks off with a 1-mile fun run at 8 AM, where the top three finishers will earn placement medals. Following that, get ready for the colorful fun of the 5K Color Run starting at 8:45 AM, where volunteers will shower participants with vibrant colors along the route. Runners of all ages can compete for medals in various age categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine!

But that's not all! From 7 AM to 11 AM, indulge in a FREE pancake breakfast, featuring delicious pancakes, sausage, and a choice of beverages, including milk, coffee, and juices. Plus, the kids will have a blast in the free Kids Zone, complete with face painting and bounce houses. This spirited event not only promises fun and fitness but also supports local community initiatives through the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of color, community, and charitable giving!

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5k Color Run

Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

9:45 AM CDT

$43.40

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1 Mile Run

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM CDT

$27.50

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Kids 12 & Under 5k Color Run

Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

9:45 AM CDT

$16.90

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Kids 12 & Under 1 Mile Run

Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM CDT

$16.90

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Couch Supporter

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

9:00 AM CDT

$27.50

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Organiser's description

The Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches is hosting its 8th annual Kiwanis 5K Color Run and Pancake Festival. The event will take place at Northwestern State Universitys Collin's Pavilion on September 28th, 2024.

At 8 am, 1-mile fun run begins with the overall top 3 getting a placement medal.

At 8:45 am, the 5K Color Run kicks off and along the route, there will be volunteers throwing color at those who want to participate. Overall top 3 race winners will receive a placement medal as well as each top 3 in the age groups: 12 & under / 13-15 / 16-19 / 20-29 / 30-34 / 35-39 / 40-44 / 45-49 / 50-54 / 55-59 / 60-69 / 70+

A full pancake breakfast will be available from 7 am to 11 am. The pancakes will be FREE to all guests. Yep, we said FREE PANCAKES! The breakfast itself will include delicious pancakes, sausage, and your choice of beverage (milk, coffee, apple juice or orange juice).

A free Kids Zone will be setup with face painting and bounce houses.

This event is the primary fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, supporting its service budget. Project examples are Terrific Kids program, K-Kids clubs at area elementary schools, Builders Clubs at area middle schools, dry cleaning for school uniforms and coat donation drives, literacy projects, and more.