Pound The Pavement 5K Color Fun Run/Walk

  • Date Sun 4th October 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Bangor, Maine
  • Price Free - $40.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to POUND THE PAVEMENT in the vibrant 14th Annual Pound The Pavement 5K Color Fun Run/Walk, happening on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, in beautiful Bangor, Penobscot! This exciting untimed 5K event invites participants to start in white attire and transform into a kaleidoscope of colors as they run or walk through bursts of colored powder at every kilometer mark. It’s not just a race; it's a joyful celebration of community spirit and a powerful show of support for those affected by cancer.

This year, the fun expands with the introduction of the Pound The Pavement Junior Mad Dash of Color for kids aged 8 and under, ensuring that everyone can join in on the colorful festivities! After crossing the finish line, participants can continue the celebration at Sea Dog, enjoying complimentary beverages, live music, and photo opportunities. Don't miss out on the chance to honor cancer survivors, who can participate for free, and be among the first 200 registered to receive a special goodie bag with surprise gifts! Join us in making this the most colorful year yet while supporting the Purple Iris Foundation. Sign up before September 1st to snag a free T-shirt and show your

Organiser's Description

Get ready to POUND THE PAVEMENT in support of those impacted by cancer! The 14th Annual Pound the Pavement returns on Sunday, October 4th and its brighter, bigger, and more colorful than ever.

Pound the Pavement is a 5K untimed Color Fun Run/Walk where participants start dressed in white and finish covered head to toe in vibrant color. AT EVERY KILOMETER MARK, RUNNERS AND WALKERS ARE SHOWERED IN A DIFFERENT BURST OF COLORED POWDER CREATING A JOYFUL, HIGH-ENERGY CELEBRATION FROM START TO FINISH.

This year were excited to bring back an expanded route and the Pound the Pavement Junior Mad Dash of Color for kids ages 8 and under! Before the main event kicks off, little runners can enjoy their own colorful dash, plus games and prizes.

And the celebration doesnt stop at the finish line.

After you cross, head over to Sea Dog to keep the party going! Participants will receive two complimentary beverages, and this includes adult beverages for those 21+! Enjoy music, photo ops, laughter, and a whole lot of community spirit as we celebrate together.

Pound the Pavement is more than a run its a powerful show of support for those whose lives have been touched by cancer. This year, we are especially proud to honor cancer survivors in our community. Cancer survivors are invited to participate free of charge simply select the Cancer Survivor option when registering, and well be in touch to learn more about you.

Lets come together, celebrate strength, and make this the most colorful year yet.



The FIRST 200 REGISTERED WILL GET A FREE GOODIE BAGS. Goodie Bags have Visa Gift Cards randomly placed in the bags.

Register prior to September 1st and receive a FREE Pound the Pavement Tshirt.

All proceeds go to the Purple Iris Foundation and benefits those individuals living in Maine who are dealing with the effects of cancer. WE PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS AFFECTED BY ALL CANCERS!

Races

  • Pound the Pavement 5K Color Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)

    $40.00

  • Pound the Pavement 5k Color Run ~ Students

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)

    $30.00

  • Pound the Pavement JUNIOR " Mad Dash of Color"

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $15.00

  • Pound the Pavement 5K Color Fun Run/Walk - Cancer Survivors

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)

    Free

    PLEASE NOTE: This is a unique race created to help support those who have been affected by cancer. This year, we want to celebrate those in our community who are cancer survivors!! We invite cancer survivors to participate for FREE - choose the cancer survivor event option - we will be in touch to learn more about you!

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26 Front Street, Bangor, 04401, ME, United States

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