The Sensory Fun Color Run & Walk
The Sensory Fun Color Run & Walk is a running race on October 4, 2026 in Huntsville, AL.
- Date
- October 4, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🗓️October is National Sensory Awareness Month!
Join the Movement: One Step at a Time!
Get ready to move, laugh, and make a difference at The Sensory Fun Color Run and Walk! Whether you are crushing the 5K course or enjoying the 1-Mile, you can run or walk at your own pace to support vital sensory inclusion within our community. This is more than just a finish line, it is an interactive celebration packed with explosive color powder throwing, delicious treats, and immersive sensory experiences.
👟 Wear white
🕶️ Bring sunglasses
🏃🏾♀️ Have fun.
Want to Spread Some Extra Joy?
We will accept sensory items on race day to help us provide sensory support within our community. Giving is completely voluntary, and any item you choose to bring will directly support a child in our community.
📨Race Packet Pick Up and Donation Drop Offs: Friday, October 2, 2026 (Time TBD)
🏅All participants will receive a finisher medal.
📍Link to Social Story and Race Maps: https://canva.link/rspt7zq74qtojai
☀️Special thank you to our partners at Special Needs Programs-Madison Parks and Recreation, who will provide a dedicated sensory support area and inclusive activities designed to ensure all families feel welcomed and supported at our event.
🍨Three Scopes will be available for all to purchase sweet treats during the event.
Events
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
81°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Huntsville Intl Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
About Huntsville, AL
Population
218,814
as of 2023
City Elevation
624 ft
Nearest Airport
HSV
Huntsville International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 81 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
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16
Days to train
- Race
- The Sensory Fun Color Run & Walk
- Date
- October 4, 2026
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The Sensory Fun Color Run & Walk
Oct 4, 2026