Sgt. Ruff's Color Run

Event Overview

Join us on November 7, 2026.

Location: 1050 Zacks Fork Rd, Lenoir, NC US 28645

Awards to follow!!!

Check-In, Packet Pickup, & Day of Race Registration

About the Event

• Event Name: 2nd Annual Sgt. Ruff's Color Run (5K and Fun Run)!!!
• Excitement: Sgt. Ruff is BACK with more fun, more surprises, and MORE COLOR!
• For Returning Friends: New swag, fresh merch, and exciting surprises await!
• Color Run Description: Imagine starting the day in crisp white, surrounded by blasts of non-toxic colored powder!

Purpose of Event

• Organization: Shepherds for Sheepdogs is a 501(c)3 organization located in Lenoir, NC.
• Mission: To purchase professionally trained service dogs for disabled veterans and first responders.
• Contribution: 100% of the proceeds go to the dog and hero pair!
• Community Event: Join us and the City of Lenoir Parks and Rec as we continue to 'serve those who served'.

Course Description

• Race Type: Walk, run, or race while getting blasted with color!
• Location: City of Lenoir Greenway, starting and finishing at Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex parking lot.
• Color Points: Pup Run course will have 2 color points: Big Dawg will have 4.
• Registration Perks: Receive a white Sgt. Ruff T-shirt, bandana, sunglasses, and an individual color bomb.

Ticket Options

• VIP Big Dawg Ticket: Includes additional color bombs, a sticker pack, and a special edition T-shirt.
• New Family Ticket: Available for families of 4 with regular swag for Big Dawg or Pup Run.
• Pricing: Pup Run $40, Big Dawg $50, VIP $85, Family Ticket Pup Run $135, Family Ticket Big Dawg $170.
• Age 5 and under: Free (race items not included).

Important Dates

• Price Increase: Begins October 11th.
• Online Signup Cutoff: November 4th at 11:59pm.
• T-shirt Deadline: November 1st for regular and VIP tickets.
• Registration Re-open: On race day, November 7th, CASH ONLY!

Awards

• Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd for both men and women.
• Age Group Awards: Custom dog tags for age groups: 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, and more.

Additional Info

• No Color Runners: Participate while avoiding mess, but you may encounter color-splashing runners.
• Dog-Friendly: Furry friends are welcome, but must remain leashed.
• Dress Code: Tutus, inflatable T-Rex costumes, and neon knee socks are encouraged!
• Extra Swag: Extra color bombs and race swag will be available for purchase.

Share the Event

Visit: https://shepherds4sheepdogs.org/sgt-ruff-color-run

More Information

• Shepherds for Sheepdogs Website: https://shepherds4sheepdogs.org/
• Shop for Swag: Support the cause with 100% proceeds going to the hero and dog duo: https://shepherds4sheepdogsgear.itemorder.com/shop/home/