Sgt. Ruff's Color Run
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Lenoir, North Carolina
- Price $48.70 - $59.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an explosion of color and fun at the 2nd Annual Sgt. Ruff's Color Run on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in beautiful Lenoir, Caldwell! This exciting event features two race options: a vibrant 5K and a delightful Fun Run, ensuring there's something for everyone. Participants will dash through bursts of colorful, food-grade powder while having a blast with friends and family.
Kick off your day with check-in starting at 8 AM, followed by the presentation of America’s Colors at 9:00 AM, and then watch in awe as the Caldwell County Color Guard performs at 9:15 AM. The races will commence with a color party, featuring additional color points along the courses to make your experience even more colorful! Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking for a fun outing, the Sgt. Ruff's Color Run promises an unforgettable day filled with laughter, excitement, and community spirit, all while supporting a great cause. Join us as we celebrate those who serve, and let’s make this year even brighter!
Kick off your day with check-in starting at 8 AM, followed by the presentation of America’s Colors at 9:00 AM, and then watch in awe as the Caldwell County Color Guard performs at 9:15 AM. The races will commence with a color party, featuring additional color points along the courses to make your experience even more colorful! Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking for a fun outing, the Sgt. Ruff's Color Run promises an unforgettable day filled with laughter, excitement, and community spirit, all while supporting a great cause. Join us as we celebrate those who serve, and let’s make this year even brighter!
Organiser's Description
2ND ANNUAL SGT. RUFF'S COLOR RUN (5K AND FUN RUN)!!!
SGT. RUFF IS BACK WITH MORE FUN, MORE SURPRISES, AND MORE COLOR!
For our returning friends, get ready to add more COLOR to your experience!
New swag, fresh merch, and exciting surprises are on the way. If you loved last year, this year is going to be even brighter!
JOIN US NOVEMBER 7, 2026! THE FUN ISN'T JUST FOR RUNNERS ANYMORE! THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE, WITH PLENTY TO SEE, EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, AND ENJOY!
SCHEDULE OF THE DAY:
CHECK-IN, PACKET PICKUP, & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION: OPENS AT 8AM - CASH ONLY
Presentation of America's Colors 9:00AM - Caldwell County Color Guard
K9 Demonstration - 9:15AM Firefly K9
Pup Run 9:30AM
Big Dawg 10AM
AWARDS TO FOLLOW!!!
**NEW THIS YEAR - The Tye Dye Booth will open throughout the event while supplies last - Cash Only**
LOCATION ADDRESS:
1050 Zacks Fork Rd
Lenoir, NC US 28645
ABOUT THE RACE
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO DON'T KNOW WHAT A COLOR RUN IS...
Picture this: You start the day in crisp white, thenBOOMbursting blasts of food-grade, 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! We'd be honored to have you celebrating our FIFTH YEAR with us. 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 take place on the City of Lenoir Greenway. (paved) 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 race registrants will receive:
* A race Sgt. Ruff Tee
* A bandana
* A pair of sunglasses
* An individual color bomb
* All finishers will receive a custom dog tag medal!
VIP BIG DAWG TICKET: includes an additional individual color bomb, a S4S Sticker Pack and a BRAND NEW, SPECIAL EDITION, LIMITED-TIME ONLY shirt from our Patriotic Pup design line! ($11 dollar savings). Available for Big Dawg ONLY. (select to upgrade at checkout)
NEW THIS YEAR - THE FAMILY TICKET! Save some bucks while making fur-ever memories with the whole pack! Discount available to families of 4+ with all the regular race included swag for either the Big Dawg or the Pup Run. Eligibility requires participants living at the same address, Please. (select family discount at checkout)
_Ages 5 and under Free - *Race items not included.* _
PRICE WILL INCREASE OCTOBER 11TH. Online Signups cutoff November 4th.
T-SHIRT DEADLINE : NOVEMBER 1ST 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 the newly designed shirts from the Patriotic Pup line will be available for sale at the event.
Registration will CLOSE Wednesday, Nov 4th at 11:59pm and RE-OPEN on race day, Saturday, Nov 7th CASH ONLY!
AWARDS: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd OVERALL for both men and women
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+.
EXTRA FUN
* This is a Doggo-friendly event! Your furry friend is welcomed with open paws but must remain leashed - 6ft max lead for safety (runners, please, 4ft when passing through color stations)
* Extra color bombs and race swag will be available for purchase al la carte
* Plenty of FUN beyond just the RUN - non-participants welcome!
* Vendors, Caldwell County Animal Shelter with available adoptions, Hebrews Coffee Truck, Raffles
* TYE DYE BOOTH - use your race shirt, purchase an extra (youth sizes available), or bring your own! FREE onsite decal application to really customize your Sgt. Ruff experience! Open to all. CASH ONLY.
*
* $5 Tye Dye
* $5 or $8 decals
* Package deal - Blank tee, tye dye, and 2 decals for just $20!
ADDITIONAL INFO:
NO COLOR RUNNERS - PLEASE BE ADVISED, if you wish to participate but avoid the mess, our volunteers will do their absolute best to keep you clean, please be prepared to follow all recommended strategies available at the registration table. But as this is an out and back event, and the greenway is fairly narrow, it is possible you will be crossing paths with runners _who do_ want color. _AVOIDING COLOR IS AT YOUR OWN RISK AND CANNOT BE GUARANTEED. _
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
Want to participate but don't want to run? No Problem, we need you! Sign up here - https://form.jotform.com/shepherds4sheepdogs/volunteer-form-
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/]
SGT. RUFF IS BACK WITH MORE FUN, MORE SURPRISES, AND MORE COLOR!
For our returning friends, get ready to add more COLOR to your experience!
New swag, fresh merch, and exciting surprises are on the way. If you loved last year, this year is going to be even brighter!
JOIN US NOVEMBER 7, 2026! THE FUN ISN'T JUST FOR RUNNERS ANYMORE! THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE, WITH PLENTY TO SEE, EXPLORE, EXPERIENCE, AND ENJOY!
SCHEDULE OF THE DAY:
CHECK-IN, PACKET PICKUP, & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION: OPENS AT 8AM - CASH ONLY
Presentation of America's Colors 9:00AM - Caldwell County Color Guard
K9 Demonstration - 9:15AM Firefly K9
Pup Run 9:30AM
Big Dawg 10AM
AWARDS TO FOLLOW!!!
**NEW THIS YEAR - The Tye Dye Booth will open throughout the event while supplies last - Cash Only**
LOCATION ADDRESS:
1050 Zacks Fork Rd
Lenoir, NC US 28645
ABOUT THE RACE
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO DON'T KNOW WHAT A COLOR RUN IS...
Picture this: You start the day in crisp white, thenBOOMbursting blasts of food-grade, 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! We'd be honored to have you celebrating our FIFTH YEAR with us. 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 take place on the City of Lenoir Greenway. (paved) 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 race registrants will receive:
* A race Sgt. Ruff Tee
* A bandana
* A pair of sunglasses
* An individual color bomb
* All finishers will receive a custom dog tag medal!
VIP BIG DAWG TICKET: includes an additional individual color bomb, a S4S Sticker Pack and a BRAND NEW, SPECIAL EDITION, LIMITED-TIME ONLY shirt from our Patriotic Pup design line! ($11 dollar savings). Available for Big Dawg ONLY. (select to upgrade at checkout)
NEW THIS YEAR - THE FAMILY TICKET! Save some bucks while making fur-ever memories with the whole pack! Discount available to families of 4+ with all the regular race included swag for either the Big Dawg or the Pup Run. Eligibility requires participants living at the same address, Please. (select family discount at checkout)
_Ages 5 and under Free - *Race items not included.* _
PRICE WILL INCREASE OCTOBER 11TH. Online Signups cutoff November 4th.
T-SHIRT DEADLINE : NOVEMBER 1ST 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 the newly designed shirts from the Patriotic Pup line will be available for sale at the event.
Registration will CLOSE Wednesday, Nov 4th at 11:59pm and RE-OPEN on race day, Saturday, Nov 7th CASH ONLY!
AWARDS: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd OVERALL for both men and women
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+.
EXTRA FUN
* This is a Doggo-friendly event! Your furry friend is welcomed with open paws but must remain leashed - 6ft max lead for safety (runners, please, 4ft when passing through color stations)
* Extra color bombs and race swag will be available for purchase al la carte
* Plenty of FUN beyond just the RUN - non-participants welcome!
* Vendors, Caldwell County Animal Shelter with available adoptions, Hebrews Coffee Truck, Raffles
* TYE DYE BOOTH - use your race shirt, purchase an extra (youth sizes available), or bring your own! FREE onsite decal application to really customize your Sgt. Ruff experience! Open to all. CASH ONLY.
*
* $5 Tye Dye
* $5 or $8 decals
* Package deal - Blank tee, tye dye, and 2 decals for just $20!
ADDITIONAL INFO:
NO COLOR RUNNERS - PLEASE BE ADVISED, if you wish to participate but avoid the mess, our volunteers will do their absolute best to keep you clean, please be prepared to follow all recommended strategies available at the registration table. But as this is an out and back event, and the greenway is fairly narrow, it is possible you will be crossing paths with runners _who do_ want color. _AVOIDING COLOR IS AT YOUR OWN RISK AND CANNOT BE GUARANTEED. _
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
Want to participate but don't want to run? No Problem, we need you! Sign up here - https://form.jotform.com/shepherds4sheepdogs/volunteer-form-
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/]
Races
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Big Dawg (5k)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$59.30
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! -
Pup Run (Fun Run)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (9:30AM EST)
$48.70
No bib, no chip, no time, no age limits, just FUN!
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