Color for a Cause Race

Join the Teen Advisory Council of Knox County (TAC) for the most colorful race in town, the 2023 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, September 2, 2023 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.

F A Q s
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