Back 2 School 5k Color Run
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- Back 2 School Color Run 5k
From the Organizer
Get ready, Greensboro—this isn’t your average 5K!
Join us for a high-energy Color Run 5K where fun meets friendly competition. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, running with your kids, or just out to enjoy a vibrant day with friends, this event is designed for all ages and all paces. Along the course, you’ll dash through exciting color stations, getting covered in bright, non-toxic powder that turns every step into a celebration.
For those looking to compete, we’ll have timed results and awards, while others can jog, walk, or dance their way to the finish line. It’s the perfect mix of race-day adrenaline and laid-back community fun.
Stick around after the run for music, photos, and a colorful finish-line party you won’t want to miss!
🎨 All ages welcome
🏃♂️ Run, walk, or race
🏆 Awards for top finishers
📍 Greensboro, NC
Grab your friends, bring the family, and come make some color-filled memories with us!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
86°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greensboro Wtp.
Host City
About Greensboro, NC
Population
298,564
as of 2023
Elevation
782 ft
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Back 2 School 5k Color Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
75
Days to train
- Race
- Back 2 School 5k Color Run
- Date
- August 22, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Back 2 School 5k Color Run?
- Back 2 School 5k Color Run is a running race held in Greensboro, North Carolina on August 22, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Back 2 School 5k Color Run?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Greensboro, North Carolina at 1248 Burnetts Chapel Rd, Greensboro, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Back 2 School 5k Color Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Back 2 School 5k Color Run
Aug 22, 2026