AIWO Color Me Holi 5K

Sponsorship levels: See attached sponsorship package

•     Finish Line: $2,500

•     Start Line: $1,000

•     Mile Marker: $500

•     Blow Horn: $250 

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1- What is the inspiration behind Color me Holi Run?

Holi is a popular Indian festival celebrated across the globe, also known as the Festival of Colors. It celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the changing of the seasons from winter to spring. It is remarkably different from any other celebration as it involves color play with mesmerizing hues of vibrant colors! Even though the original festival involves water play also, we are sticking to non toxic dry color. We are integrating the enthusiasm and care free vibe of Holi with a 5K run! 

2- Is this run being organized to benefit a charity? 

Yes. This year we are supporting the Springfield chapter of ‘Share the Spirit foundation, Inc.’. They are a volunteer based 501(c)3 non-profit established in 2003 with a mission to provide new shoes and socks to underserved children. Co-founded by Tonya Voepel of Springfiled, Share the spirit Inc. has provided 20,414 pair of new shoes to children in need since it’s inception. Net proceeds from Color Me Holi will be used in the Springfield area. To learn more about this organization please click - https://www.sharethespirit.info

3- Who can participate in the event? 

Anyone and everyone! The Color Me Holi 5K Run/Walk is for experienced runners, casual runners, run/walkers, only walkers and even for those who prefer to only hop along the course! All age groups are welcome! This is a fun and happy event meant to be enjoyed as a family! 

4- Can I bring a stroller?

Absolutely! You are welcome to run with your jogging stroller. Be mindful about getting color on the stroller during the color play part of the event. 

5- Is my pet allowed?

Keeping everyone’s safety in mind, we are not allowing pets at our event

6- Is the food provided at the event be gluten/allergen free

Our food is not gluten free and may contain or have come in contact with soy, peanuts, tree nuts or dairy products. Please speak to the event team if you have any concerns. 

Registration 

1- What is the deadline to register for this event?

Online registration will go on until race day. Those registered by April 12 will be guaranteed a T shirt and finishers medal on race day. Those registered online after April 12, including those registered on race day unfortunately will not be guaranteed a race bag. They get to still participate in the Color me Holi 5K race, zumba session, color play and get a food box. 

2- What is included with my registration?

Entry to the event, Color Me Holi Runners bag which includes one race T shirt, Finisher awards including medals & certificates for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place runners in each age bracket (10-year brackets). color packets for color play. Also included are participation in Bollywood fusion Zumba/Werq session, chair yoga if you are unable to participate in the run part of the event, color play event, and one food box containing lip smacking Indian fare per registration. 

3- Is the registration transferable? 

Yes. If you are unable to attend, you can choose to transfer your registration to another person. This is allowed only upto a week prior to the event. Please contact the race director for further details. 

4- What happens if there is rain? 

A splash of rain will only make our Holi event more authentic and fun! We plan to go on rain or shine! We will only reschedule if there is inclement weather and lightening. In that case, we will convert the event to virtual run. Participants need to complete the run virtually with in a week of the run date and submit their times to be published. 

Color play details, and safety 

1- What kind of color will be used for color play?

Colors used at Color me Holi event are made with high quality cornstarch, food dyes and baking soda. All materials are 100% FD&C and/or D&C approved.  These color powders contains natural fire retardant materials that dramatically reduce fire risk.  However, cornstarch in a dust state can be flammable under certain conditions.  Out of an abundance of caution do not use near open flame, smoking materials or other ignition sources.  If you would like a copy of the Safety Data Sheets please contact the vendor at 888-252-6567 or email at info@colorblaze.com

2- Does the color powder contain Gluten or other common allergens?

Color powder used at Color me Holi event is gluten free and does not contain dairy, nuts, wheat, soy or other common allergens.  Although it is made from all food safe ingredients, it is not created in a food safe facility and is not intended for human consumption.

3- Is the color powder harmful if I inhale it by accident?

All colors used at Color me Holi event are food grade, but we do not recommend inhaling large quantities of color powder. It should always be used in well ventilated outdoor space and when throwing at participants you should aim for the chest area.

Anyone who has asthma, is allergic to any of the ingredients or has any respiratory issues should exercise caution when participating in color powder events.

4- Will the color permanently stain my clothes or shoes?

Color used at Color me Holi event washes out of most clothing. However, it can stain some materials. 100% cotton clothing is recommended and typical machine washing with stain remover, removes the stains. We recommend removing excess powder from clothing before washing and/or applying water. It’s best to wear items of clothing and footwear that you wouldn’t mind getting colorful. 

5- Are cameras safe to bring in the color play area?

Out of an overabundance of caution, we recommend covering cameras/phones with a protective dust wrap. Color me Holi 5K run/walk event is not liable for any damage that might be done to your phone or camera!