VT Spring Color Run 2026 – 1 Mile Kickoff
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 11:15AM EDT
- Location Blacksburg, Virginia
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant VT Spring Color Run 2026 on Saturday, April 4th, in beautiful Blacksburg, Montgomery! This exciting 1-mile (1.6K) fun run is the perfect way to kick off the Virginia Tech Spring Color Festival, offering a colorful experience for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're a runner, walker, or part of a student group or family, everyone is invited to enjoy this high-energy event.
Starting at 11:30 AM on Deitrick Lawn, right across from Cassell Coliseum, the route promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with fun and camaraderie. As you cross the finish line, you'll seamlessly flow into the festival grounds, where the celebration continues! This beginner-friendly, non-competitive event focuses on participation and community spirit, ensuring a memorable day for all. Plus, every participant will receive free color packets at check-in, adding to the excitement! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience – gather your friends and family and be part of the colorful festivities!
Starting at 11:30 AM on Deitrick Lawn, right across from Cassell Coliseum, the route promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with fun and camaraderie. As you cross the finish line, you'll seamlessly flow into the festival grounds, where the celebration continues! This beginner-friendly, non-competitive event focuses on participation and community spirit, ensuring a memorable day for all. Plus, every participant will receive free color packets at check-in, adding to the excitement! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience – gather your friends and family and be part of the colorful festivities!
Organiser's Description
VT Spring Color Run 2026 is a 1mile (1.6K) fun run kicking off the Virginia Tech Spring Color Festival. This event is designed for all ages and fitness levels perfect for runners, walkers, student groups, and families looking for a highenergy, colorfilled experience.
The run starts and finishes on Deitrick Lawn (across from Cassell Coliseum), and the finish chute flows directly into the festival grounds for an exciting, seamless transition into the postrun celebration.
RUN DETAILS
DISTANCE: 1 Mile (1.6K)
START TIME: 11:30 AM sharp
START/FINISH LOCATION: Dietrick Lawn_ (across from Cassell Coliseum)_
DIFFICULTY: Beginnerfriendly, noncompetitive
_All Participants Receive: Free color packets at checkin_
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All welcome run, jog, or walk
This is a participationfocused event meant to build energy and community, not a timed race.
The run starts and finishes on Deitrick Lawn (across from Cassell Coliseum), and the finish chute flows directly into the festival grounds for an exciting, seamless transition into the postrun celebration.
RUN DETAILS
DISTANCE: 1 Mile (1.6K)
START TIME: 11:30 AM sharp
START/FINISH LOCATION: Dietrick Lawn_ (across from Cassell Coliseum)_
DIFFICULTY: Beginnerfriendly, noncompetitive
_All Participants Receive: Free color packets at checkin_
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All welcome run, jog, or walk
This is a participationfocused event meant to build energy and community, not a timed race.
Races
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1 Mile Color Run (1.6K)
Sat 4th April 2026 (11:15AM EDT)
Free
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675 Washington St SW, Blacksburg, 24061, VA, United States
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