What does The Color Run represent?
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Our History. The Color Run, the worlds first COLOR 5km™ event, was founded in March 2011 as an event to promote healthiness and happiness by bringing the community together to participate in the “Happiest 5k on the Planet” .
What do you wear to a Color Run?

Wear a bandana and sunglasses. At each checkpoint along the course, volunteers will be standing by to douse you in a different colored powder. If you plan on getting messy, a bandana and sunglasses will help you keep the powder out of your nose, mouth, and eyes.
How do you schedule a Color Run?
How to Organize a Color Run Fundraiser in 5 Easy Steps
- Choose Your Type Of Color Run Fundraiser.
- Form A Planning Committee.
- Create A Schedule.
- Promote The Event.
- Rally Volunteers.
- Let School-A-Thon Help Plan Your Color Run Fundraiser.
Can I host a Color Run?
A Color Run can simply be used as a fun community event or a fundraiser. Businesses and organizations may host Color Runs for their employees as a fun bonding experience.

Are color runs safe?
“USDA approved really means it’s safe for ingestion or application to the skin. It has nothing to say that inhaling this powder is safe,” Paynter said. As runners inhale the fine particles that make up the colorful clouds that characterize color runs, the dust settles into airways, eventually sitting deep in the lungs.
Does Color Run wash out?
We all love color. But sadly, our color is designed to wash out. To keep you looking fresh, we have compiled a few helpful guidelines.
Does Color Run ruin clothes?
Will the color ruin my clothes or running shoes? The color mostly washes out after the event. As with anything dirty, the sooner you wash it the better. It’s best to wear items that you wouldn’t mind getting colorful.
Does the color run stain your hair?
If your hair does become stained after the Color Run, don’t panic. The staining generally isn’t permanent. If you can live with it, it should eventually fade within a week or two. To help speed up the process, try a clarifying shampoo like Pureology Purify Shampoo.
How much color powder is needed for a color run?
How Much Color Powder is Needed For A Fun Run or Color Race? For Color Race/Walk type of events we recommend a minimum of ½ pound per participant if there will be 3 or less color stations. If your event will have 4 or more color stations, we recommend at least ¾ pound per participant.
What powder is used for color run?
The Color Run and other similar races say the powder they throw is simply cornstarch tinted with an FDA-approved dye. They also say you’re only supposed to throw it onto the lower half of your body. But many runners who completed the race can attest that the powder gets so thick it looks more like smoke.
How much does color run cost?
According to their site, registration, depending on how big of a team you to have, runs from $45 to $55.
Is Color Run powder toxic?
Color Run Powder Ingredients Our Color Dust is non-toxic, 100% safe and biodegradable. It is not meant for consumption, so you’ll want to keep our color dust out of the eyes and lungs.