Bath at Play's Spring Colors 5k and Half-k Color Run

Join us for the first annual Bath at Play Spring Colors 5k and Half-k Color Run! Runners will enjoy a beautiful out and back 5k un-timed course through scenic downtown Bath bursting with its own spring colors. Participants will begin and end their color run at the lovely Bridge Park on the banks of the Kennebec River. Volunteers will be scattered along the course wafting those puffs of colored powder to runners. For the littler runners, a shorter course along the waterfront is available and they can do as many half-k color loops as their legs (and t shirts) can handle. The timing of the two runs means that the 5k participants will run first and can meet back up with their littles to get an added color burst. Scroll down for our FAQs and 5k course map. 

Early-bird registration opens March 7 and runs through April 15!

Proceeds and donations from this run will support our outreach efforts to increase awareness of the importance of free, dynamic, and inclusive play within our communities. Bath at Play is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Bath, ME who's mission is to empower Maine communities through dynamic and inclusive play by funding, establishing, and maintaining privately funded community play spaces for Maine’s current and future generations. Read more about us at www.bathatplay.org

Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is a Color Run? A color run is an un-timed running race for participants of any skill level, with no winners or official times. Over the course of the race, runners are covered with different colored powders by volunteers and spectators. These events are designed to be playful and inclusive, just like Bath at Play!
• What is this powder anyway? Just food-grade cornstarch with biodegradable color pigments.
• How did this event come about? The origins of the colorful tossing of powder in Springtime come from the Hindu festival of Holi which celebrates the triumph of good over evil, color, Spring, and love. At some point, people started combining this colorful celebration with running events, birthday parties, and other festivities.
• How much is it to register? Is there a discount for large families or early registration? Adult registration (18 years and older) is $35 and kid registration (0 to 17 years) is $10. Families of 3 or more registrants will automatically receive a $5 per registrant discount! Early-bird registration also has a $5 discount on the above fees before 4/15/25.
• Do I need to register if I just want to watch? No. We welcome any and all from our awesome community to join in the festivities and fun!
• Will my registration fee help Bath at Play? YES! All proceeds and donations made for the Spring Colors race will go towards our mission to expand dynamic and inclusive play in Maine. Thank you!
• What will my registration fee get me? Entry to the race of your choosing (5k or half-k run, or both for those jogging stroller parents), a vibrant rainbow coating of powder, and stylish sunglasses to the first 100 sign-ups.
• What about other race swag? Locally printed t-shirts featuring the Spring Colors Bath at Play logo are available for purchase through the RunSignUp store page.
• Are the courses stroller friendly? Yes! We recommend a jogging stroller with a rain cover and/or seat covers for easier clean-up if you are concerned about staining. Both courses will be on paved streets or paved sidewalks.
• Can I bring my dog? Dogs are welcome although be forewarned that they will very likely get as colorful as their owners over the course of the race.
   

Race Day Do’s:

• Wear white (T-shirt, shorts, socks, etc) that you want to look like a rainbow of colors after the race.
• Bring a covering/towel or a change of clothes for your car if you’ll be driving back.
• Have fun and Stay Playful!

Race Day Do Nots:

• Wear your favorite dry clean only suit, ball gown, or other non-washable clothing