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Sat August 31, 2024 Mount Vernon, OH 43050 US Directions

Events

Register 4+ runners at $25 each OR 10+ runners at $15 each

5K

5:30PM EDT
Register 4+ runners at $25 each OR 10+ runners at $15 each

1-Mile

5:30PM EDT
Kids 0-4 are free! (No Shirt)

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at http://racepenguin.com/events/color-for-a-cause/.

Description

Join the Teen Advisory Council of Knox County (TAC) for the most colorful race in town, the 2024 Color for a Cause Race! Run or walk to have the time of your life with your family, friends and/or co-workers. The Color for a Cause Race, hosted by TAC, takes place on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Ariel Foundation Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio!

This event is all about fun, family, friends, and healthy lifestyles! Join TAC for a little exercise and lots of colorful FUN! Your day will consist of a run or walk around Ariel Foundation Park as colorful, washable powder flies. Cross the finish line colored like a rainbow to get your medal! All pre-registrations will receive a white t-shirt, race number, finisher medal,  and most important, Color Run Swag! A professional photographer will be on site to take photos throughout the day.

FAQs
CHECK IN – Check In for the Race will take place at Park National Bank Pavilion at Ariel Foundation Park.
PARKING – There is plenty of parking near the Schnormeier Event Center or by the Ruins at the park!
COLOR POWDER – This is a Color Run, Wear White! You will get covered in washable powder paint while you run/walk!
YOUTH – Children under 12 must be accompanied by a participating adult.
STROLLERS – Strollers are allowed on the race course, we just ask that you line up near the end for your safety and the safety of other participants.
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOS – Professional Photographers will be taking photos throughout the evening. A 20 second video clip of all participants crossing the finish line will be uploaded to your Athlinks profile for you to download.
POST-RACE DRINKS – Bottler water will be provided on the course and at the conclusion of the race.
WEATHER – Rain or Shine Event. However, if severe weather occurs, the event will be delayed accordingly. Should weather cause the event to cancel, refunds will not be issued. Please check the New Directions – TAC Color for a Cause Event Page for Race Day Updates

Group Registration Info

For help with group registration, reach out to Libby at libby@newdirectionsshelter.org. We offer a family rate for a family of 4 for $100.00. Also, groups of 10+ (minimum of 10), for $15/a person.

Place

Ariel Foundation Park (Park National Bank Pavilion)
10 Pittsburgh Ave
Mount Vernon, OH US 43050

Race Contact Info

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