
From the Organizer
Imagine a crisp, sunny morning at Bedford’s Falling Creek Park with an excited crowd gathered at the starting line, buzzing with energy. Participants of all ages are dressed in white, ready to transform into living canvases. As the race begins, runners and walkers alike charge forward, grinning from ear to ear. Along the course, volunteers armed with colorful powder wait eagerly at multiple color stations. As runners pass through, they're showered with vibrant clouds of blue, pink, yellow, and green, creating a kaleidoscope of colors in the air.
The laughter and cheers from participants mix with the upbeat music from DJ Showtime playing in the background, creating an infectious atmosphere of joy and celebration. By the time they cross the finish line, everyone is covered head to toe in a rainbow of hues, having not only completed a fun and healthy run but also created unforgettable memories. The after-party showers everyone with even more color as participants dance and laugh with friends.
Registration after 9/15 will not get a shirt . Day-of-race sign-ups will not receive a shirt or medal, regardless of your finish position in the race.
We can't wait to see you at the starting line. Click here to see the race route!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
73°
Typical Low
51°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bedford, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
6,703
as of 2023
Elevation
1,019 ft
Nearest Airport
LYH
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field · 18 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 87 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Anxious for Nothing 5K Color Run!
Oct 3, 2026