
From the Organizer
Presented by The Sherwin-Williams Women's Club
Benefiting Youth Challenge
Where Will Color Take You? raises vital funds for Youth Challenge (YC). YC brings together young people with physical disabilities and teen volunteers who inspire each other through adapted sports, recreation, and social growth activities. In 2026, Youth Challenge celebrates 50 years of impact in Northeast Ohio. We are excited to commemorate this special anniversary!
Start Times
7:00am - Late Packet Pickup/Registration
8:15am - Kids' Dash
8:30am - 5K
9:00am - 1-Mile Walk & Roll
*Strollers are allowed, but dogs are not
**There will not be a handcycle division this year
Timing
5K: MyLaps BibTag Chip Timing
1-Mile Walk & Roll: Untimed
Virtual Participants are welcome to submit their time HERE by June 27, but will not be counted toward Top 5K Finishers.
Registration
Early Bird Pricing (closes March 1 @ 11:59pm EST)
Individual Registration (15 & Under) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $10
Individual Registration (16 & Over) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $30
Pre-Registration Pricing (closes June 12 @ 11:59pm EDT)
Individual Registration (15 & Under) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $15
Individual Registration (16 & Over) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $35
Day-Of Walk Up Registration Pricing (opens June 13 @ 12:00am EDT)
Individual Registration (15 & Under) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $20
Individual Registration (16 & Over) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $40
Virtual Participant Registration Pricing (closes June 13 @ 9:00am EDT)
Individual Registration: $20
Supporter Registration
All supporters that want to cheer on participants that are running, walking or rolling will need to purchase a wristband for the event. This includes Zoo members. You can purchase a Supporter wristband here for $12. This registration option only includes an event wristband.
Early Packet Pickup
Friday, June 12, 2026
Youth Challenge
800 Sharon Drive, Westlake, Ohio 44145
4-6pm
Awards (5K only)
Overall Male and Female Runners
Top 3 Male and Female Runners in the following age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
Registration Includes
Admission to Zoo
Race T-Shirt (must register by 5/29 @ 11:59pm EDT)
Kids’ Dash
Post-Race Refreshments
Awards to Top 5K Finishers
DJ // Photobooth // Games & More
Virtual Participation
Virtual participants in the 5K or 1-Mile event can register anytime before June 13 @ 9:00am EDT. Participants will receive a virtual family fun packet and event t-shirt (must be registered by 5/29). Results can be submitted until June 27.
Color can take you anywhere! Please feel free to invite family and friends from around the globe to join us.
Support
Where Will Color Take You? raises vital funds for Youth Challenge (YC). YC brings together young people with physical disabilities and teen volunteers who inspire each other through adapted sports, recreation, and social growth activities. Registration fees cover the cost of putting on the event and are not a donation to Youth Challenge. Please consider adding a donation to support Youth Challenge. The Sherwin-Williams Foundation will be generously matching all donations to Youth Challenge, up to $5,000, doubling your impact! Click HERE to donate today. Learn more about YC at www.YouthChallengeSports.com.
More Information
For more information, please contact Hermes Sport and Events: 216-623-9933
YC can be found on social media at @YCSports1976
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
84°
Low
70°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
27%
Wind
7 mph
Host City
Population
367,523
as of 2023
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Where Will Color Take You?, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
5
Days to train
Coming Up
Towpath Twilight - 10 Miler, 10K, & 5K
Less than a mile away
15th Annual Patrick Joyce Fund 5k Run/1 Mile Walk
Less than a mile away
After Hours 5K Experience
Less than a mile away
14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run/Walk
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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 the most 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)
Where Will Color Take You?
Jun 13, 2026