Sgt. Ruff's Color Run

  • Date Sat 8th November 2025
  • Time 9:30AM EST
  • Location Lenoir, North Carolina
  • Price $32.80 - $69.90
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a vibrant and unforgettable experience at the 1st Annual Sgt. Ruff's Color Run on Saturday, November 8, 2025, taking place in the picturesque town of Lenoir, Caldwell. This family-friendly event features two exciting race options: the Pup Run, a 1-mile fun run suitable for all ages, and the Big Dawg 5K run. Kick off the day at 9:15 AM with the presentation of America's Colors and the National Anthem, followed by a thrilling color explosion that will transform participants into living masterpieces of color!

Join us at the City of Lenoir Greenway, where you'll be showered with bursts of non-toxic colored powder along the course. Both races promise fun-filled color points, additional giveaways like custom dog tag medals for finishers, and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for making memories. Not only will you enjoy an exhilarating run, but you'll also support a noble cause, as 100% of the proceeds go towards providing professionally trained service dogs for disabled veterans and first responders. Don’t miss out on this colorful celebration of community and supportβ€”register now and let’s paint the town together!

Organiser's Description

1ST ANNUAL SGT. RUFF'S COLOR RUN (5K AND FUN RUN)

JOIN US NOVEMBER 8, 2025.

9:15AM Presentation of America's Colors and National Anthem,

9:30AM Pup Run (1 Mile Fun Run Style, no timing chip, no age limit),

10AM Big Dawg (5k),

AWARDS TO FOLLOW!!!

CHECK-IN, PACKET PICKUP, & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION:

7:45 - 9:15 AM.
Location Address: 1050 Zacks Fork Rd
Lenoir, NC US 28645

WHAT IS A COLOR RUN!?!

Picture this: You start the day in crisp white, thenBOOMbursting blasts of food-grade, non-toxic colored powder envelope you from start to finish. Every step, every stride, every smile gets painted in purples, oranges, turquoise, and every shade in between. By the end, youre not just a runneryoure a masterpiece of living color!

PURPOSE OF EVENT:

Shepherds for Sheepdogs is a 501(c)3 located in Lenoir, NC whose purpose is to purchase professionally trained service dogs for disabled veterans and first responders! 100% of the proceeds goes to the dog and hero pair! This will be our 4th annual race but this year is our very first color run! Join us and the City of Lenoir Parks and Rec as we continue to 'serve those who served'.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Get ready to walk, run, or race all while getting blasted with color in this vibrant event. This fresh splash of family and dog fun will will take place on the City of Lenoir Greenway. The race will start and finish at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex parking lot. Both races will begin with a color party, the Pup Run course will have an additional 2 color points and the Big Dawg will have 4.

All participants will receive a white Shepherds for Sheepdogs T-shirt to wear in the event as well as a bandana, a pair of sunglasses, and an individual color bomb. All finishers will receive a custom dog tag medal!

VIP BIG DAWG TICKET: includes 2 additional individual color bombs and a limited-time Sgt. Ruff T-shirt! ($13 dollar savings). Available for Big Dawg ONLY. Shirt Proof Coming SOON!!!

PRICING: Pup Run $30, Big Dawg $40, VIP Big Dawg $65 (5K only), Ages 5 and under Free (no swag)



T-SHIRT DEADLINE: October 25th is the deadline to receive shirts for both regular and VIP tickets in desired sizes. A limited amount of white run Shepherds for Sheepdogs shirts will be available day-of, but not guaranteed sizes. A limited amount of Sgt. Ruff shirts will be available for sale at the event.

AWARDS: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd OVERALL for both men and women will receive custom dog tags

AGE GROUP AWARDS FOR BOTH MALE AND FEMALE GROUPS:

1st, 2nd, 3rd winners will receive custom dog tags in age groups: 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

* This is a Doggo-friendly event! Your furry friend is welcomed with open paws but must remain leashed
* The more color the better! Your tutus, inflatable t-rex costumes, and neon knee socks are not only encouraged but _double-dogged-dared!_
* Your race kit will include a 'color saver' if you wish to memorialize your color forever, if not, simply wash it out. Please be advised the color powder is not limited to your shirt alone so leave your brand new, custom high-tops at home--unless of course you want them to have a little more pizzaz!



SHARE ME! https://shepherds4sheepdogs.org/sgt-ruff-color-run



FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SHEPHERDS FOR SHEEPDOGS, INC. VISIT OUR WEBSITE HTTPS://SHEPHERDS4SHEEPDOGS.ORG/ [https://shepherds4sheepdogs.org/]

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Races

  • Big Dawg (5k)

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)

    $43.40

    You will be given a timing device to receive your time, but go at whatever pace floats your boat. You wanna win? There will be awards to motivate you, but if you just wanna meander with friends while having blast, that's ok too!
  • VIP Big Dawg (5k)

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (10:00AM EST)

    $69.90

    You will receive a timing device but your pace is your prerogative. VIP gets you an additional Sgt. ruff shirt and 2 additional color bombs. (Whatever size option you pick for your white race shirt will be the same size you Sgt. Ruff shirt will be.)
  • Pup Run (Fun Run)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (9:30AM EST)

    $32.80

    No bib, no chip, no time, no age limits, just FUN!

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1050 Zacks Fork Rd, Lenoir, 28645, NC, United States

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