KOH's Red, White, Blue & Que 5k Color Run & Kids Dash
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Location BESSEMER, Alabama
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and festivities at KOH's Red, White, Blue & Que 5k Color Run and Kids Dash on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Bessemer, Jefferson! This vibrant event kicks off Memorial Day weekend with a colorful 5K run and a special Kids Color Dash for ages 4-11, ensuring that everyone in the family can join in on the excitement. The 5K Color Run starts at 9:00 AM, with a generous cut-off time that accommodates both runners and walkers. Following the 5K, the Kids Color Dash will take place, allowing children to experience the joy of running through bursts of non-toxic color powder.
But the fun doesn't stop there! After the races, join the community block party filled with inflatable games, face painting, crafts, and live music from DJ Russell Davidson. Treat yourself to delicious hot dogs, hamburgers, and sides available for purchase, with all proceeds supporting KOH's youth programs. Whether you’re dashing through the colorful course or enjoying the lively festivities, this event promises an unforgettable day for participants of all ages. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate community spirit while making lasting memories!
But the fun doesn't stop there! After the races, join the community block party filled with inflatable games, face painting, crafts, and live music from DJ Russell Davidson. Treat yourself to delicious hot dogs, hamburgers, and sides available for purchase, with all proceeds supporting KOH's youth programs. Whether you’re dashing through the colorful course or enjoying the lively festivities, this event promises an unforgettable day for participants of all ages. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate community spirit while making lasting memories!
Organiser's Description
MAY 23, 2026 - The Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend!
CALLING ALL RUNNERS AND WALKERS - IT'S A FUN 5K COLOR RUN, KIDS COLOR DASH AND COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY!
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! A SATURDAY FULL OF FUN EVENTS! START THE MORNING WITH A COLORFUL RED, WHITE & BLUE 5K AND KIDS COLOR DASH THEN FOLLOW IT UP WITH A COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY! INFLATABLES, GAMES, FACE PAINTING, CRAFTS, MUSIC! FREE POPSICLES FOR THE KIDS WHILE THEY LAST! ALL WELCOME!
Hot dogs, hamburgers & sides will be available for purchase. All proceeds from food sales will benefit KOH's youth programs. Come out & support our youth! We appreciate your patronage!
The 5k Color Run starts at 9:00 AM with a generous cut-off time to allow our walking participants to finish. The Kids Color Dash (ages 4-11) begins directly after all participants have completed the 5k event. Parents and/or Guardians dash for free with a child registrant.
SWAG BAG AND SPORTS TOWEL INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION - FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL FINISHERS (KIDS TOO!)
AWARDS TO THE OVERALL MALE AND THE OVERALL FEMALE FINISHER
MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDED BY DJ RUSSELL DAVIDSON
REGISTRATION FEES FOR THE 5K COLOR RUN (ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY):
$25.00 through April 10, 2026 Early bird registration!
$30.00 April 11,2026 - May 10, 2026 (T-SHIRT DEADLINE - (MUST BE REGISTERED BY 5/10/26 TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT)
$35.00 May 11, 2026 - May 22, 2026
REGISTRATION FEES FOR THE KIDS COLOR DASH (ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY):
$10.00 through May 22, 2026 (online registrations only)
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION FEES IF REGISTERED BY EVENT VOLUNTEERS (CASH ONLY):
5K Color Run $40.00
Kids Color Dash $20.00
WE ALSO HAVE A T-SHIRT ONLY OPTION! ON THE DISTANCE CATEGORY SIMPLY CHOOSE "T-SHIRT ONLY" ON THE DROP-DOWN MENU. ORDERS FOR T-SHIRTS MUST BE MADE BY 5/10/26 IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT.
The course is a flat and fast out and back loop on a small, picturesque community road.PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A COLOR RUN. NON-TOXIC COLOR POWDER WILL BE USED ON THE COURSE. COLOR MAY STAIN CLOTHES, SKIN, CAR SEATS - PLEASE DRESS ACCORDINGLY. SPORTS TOWELS FOR CLEAN UP WILL BE PROVIDED IN SWAG BAGS.
PETS AT THE RACE:
Pets are welcome to participate. All pets must be on a leash. Please clean up after your pet. The actions of the pet are the responsibility of the pet owner/caretaker.
STROLLERS AT THE RACE:
We allow strollers at the 5k event. If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times. For the child's safety, we ask that during the 5k, the child stays in the stroller until crossing the finish line. Strollers are not allowed to participate in the kids dash event.
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. NO REFUNDS. All race entries are non-transferable and non-refundable. The event will occur rain or shine, hot or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In the event of a cancellation, there will be no refunds. Entry fees will be considered a donation to Kingdom of Hope programs and missions.
PACKET PICK UP AND SCHEDULE:
Friday May 22, 2026
Location: Kingdom of Hope, 7570 15th Street Road, Concord, Alabama 35023
Packet Pick-Up: 6 PM 7 PM
Early packet pick-up is encouraged
Saturday May 23, 2026
Location: Kingdom of Hope, 7570 15th Street Road, Concord, Alabama 35023
Packet Pick up: 8 AM 8:30 AM
DON'T WANT TO DO A 5K? THEN HEAD ON OVER FOR THE COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY FOR A FUN AFTERNOON OF MUSIC, FOOD, GAMES, FACE PAINTING AND CRAFTS! WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!
CALLING ALL RUNNERS AND WALKERS - IT'S A FUN 5K COLOR RUN, KIDS COLOR DASH AND COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY!
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! A SATURDAY FULL OF FUN EVENTS! START THE MORNING WITH A COLORFUL RED, WHITE & BLUE 5K AND KIDS COLOR DASH THEN FOLLOW IT UP WITH A COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY! INFLATABLES, GAMES, FACE PAINTING, CRAFTS, MUSIC! FREE POPSICLES FOR THE KIDS WHILE THEY LAST! ALL WELCOME!
Hot dogs, hamburgers & sides will be available for purchase. All proceeds from food sales will benefit KOH's youth programs. Come out & support our youth! We appreciate your patronage!
The 5k Color Run starts at 9:00 AM with a generous cut-off time to allow our walking participants to finish. The Kids Color Dash (ages 4-11) begins directly after all participants have completed the 5k event. Parents and/or Guardians dash for free with a child registrant.
SWAG BAG AND SPORTS TOWEL INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION - FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL FINISHERS (KIDS TOO!)
AWARDS TO THE OVERALL MALE AND THE OVERALL FEMALE FINISHER
MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDED BY DJ RUSSELL DAVIDSON
REGISTRATION FEES FOR THE 5K COLOR RUN (ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY):
$25.00 through April 10, 2026 Early bird registration!
$30.00 April 11,2026 - May 10, 2026 (T-SHIRT DEADLINE - (MUST BE REGISTERED BY 5/10/26 TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT)
$35.00 May 11, 2026 - May 22, 2026
REGISTRATION FEES FOR THE KIDS COLOR DASH (ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY):
$10.00 through May 22, 2026 (online registrations only)
DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION FEES IF REGISTERED BY EVENT VOLUNTEERS (CASH ONLY):
5K Color Run $40.00
Kids Color Dash $20.00
WE ALSO HAVE A T-SHIRT ONLY OPTION! ON THE DISTANCE CATEGORY SIMPLY CHOOSE "T-SHIRT ONLY" ON THE DROP-DOWN MENU. ORDERS FOR T-SHIRTS MUST BE MADE BY 5/10/26 IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT.
The course is a flat and fast out and back loop on a small, picturesque community road.PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A COLOR RUN. NON-TOXIC COLOR POWDER WILL BE USED ON THE COURSE. COLOR MAY STAIN CLOTHES, SKIN, CAR SEATS - PLEASE DRESS ACCORDINGLY. SPORTS TOWELS FOR CLEAN UP WILL BE PROVIDED IN SWAG BAGS.
PETS AT THE RACE:
Pets are welcome to participate. All pets must be on a leash. Please clean up after your pet. The actions of the pet are the responsibility of the pet owner/caretaker.
STROLLERS AT THE RACE:
We allow strollers at the 5k event. If you are participating with a stroller and/or children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times. For the child's safety, we ask that during the 5k, the child stays in the stroller until crossing the finish line. Strollers are not allowed to participate in the kids dash event.
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. NO REFUNDS. All race entries are non-transferable and non-refundable. The event will occur rain or shine, hot or cold. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances. In the event of a cancellation, there will be no refunds. Entry fees will be considered a donation to Kingdom of Hope programs and missions.
PACKET PICK UP AND SCHEDULE:
Friday May 22, 2026
Location: Kingdom of Hope, 7570 15th Street Road, Concord, Alabama 35023
Packet Pick-Up: 6 PM 7 PM
Early packet pick-up is encouraged
Saturday May 23, 2026
Location: Kingdom of Hope, 7570 15th Street Road, Concord, Alabama 35023
Packet Pick up: 8 AM 8:30 AM
DON'T WANT TO DO A 5K? THEN HEAD ON OVER FOR THE COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY FOR A FUN AFTERNOON OF MUSIC, FOOD, GAMES, FACE PAINTING AND CRAFTS! WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!
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7570 15TH STREET RD, BESSEMER, 35023-5550, AL, United States
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