
Colors for CASA of Southern Illinois is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Marion, IL, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Get ready to run for a reason at Colors for CASA, a high-energy 1.5-mile Color Run supporting CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Southern Illinois and the children they serve in the court system. Whether you're walking, jogging, or sprinting through the clouds of color, every step helps give a voice to local children who need strong, consistent advocacy during some of life’s toughest moments.
$30 registration per participant includes run entry, a swag bag, and a white Colors for CASA t-shirt, perfect for catching every splash of color!
Award baskets for the top three finishers
Surprises along the course to keep the fun coming
Snacks and bottled water provided post-run
This event is family-friendly, community-powered, and full of heart. Whether you're there to race, support, or just soak up the fun, you'll be helping to brighten the future for children right here in our region!
Come out, get colorful, and be a part of something meaningful. Let’s run for hope. Let’s run for CASA.
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
86°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carbondale Sewage Plt, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
16,796
as of 2023
City Elevation
421 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 5 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 105 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Colors for CASA of Southern Illinois, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
61
Days to train
Coming Up
Cross Country Sundown Showdown
9 miles away
Hope Fest 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run
Less than a mile away
The Last Boyscout
11 miles away
Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Marion, IL
Less than a mile away
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Colors for CASA of Southern Illinois
Aug 29, 2026