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Saturday, May 22nd, 2027
124 Washington Street, Williamston NC
5K
63–81°F · some rain risk
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2026
60–73°F
dry
2025
58–79°F
dry
2024
60–85°F
dry
2023
54–81°F
dry
2022
72–89°F
dry
2021
53–87°F
dry
2020
66–80°F
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2019
59–80°F
dry
2018
68–80°F
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2017
65–83°F
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About this race
The Color Fun Run is an event that combines a 5K precision timed run while also giving walkers the opportunity to participate as well. "Color" is thrown at participants at intervals along the route, a route which takes place primarily on the Skewarkee Rail Trail.
All profits go to support the arts programming and operations of the Martin County Arts Council.
Registration:
5K Run or Walk- $30 thru April 30th, $35 starting May 1st
Children Under 8 Free (shirts not provided, but may be purchased for a fee of $15)
T-Shirts will be provided in the requested size if registered before May 1, 2027. Extra shirts will be available while they last.
Packet Pickup:
Friday, May 21st at Martin County Arts Council from 12-4pm or Saturday, May 22nd at 7:00am
Course Description
The main course is the Skewarkee Rail Trail with a short stretch of the race on a street adjacent to the Trail. The Trail is an former CSX rail line that continues up to the Roanoke River boat landing. Participants will turn around at this point and go back to the starting point which is the finish line. The trail is a flat scenic route and shaded along the majority of the route.
Awards:
- Top 3 Overall Male
- Top 3 Overall Female
- 1st Place Male and Female in the following age categories: 19 and younger, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Course map
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