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Where Will Color Take You?

Date
June 13, 2026
Distance
5K · 1-Mile Walk & Roll · Virtual Participant & more
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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

5K8:30 AMRegister →
1-Mile Walk & Roll9 AMRegister →
Virtual Participant9 AMRegister →
Non Participant Supporter9 AMRegister →

Weather

Race-Day Forecast

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

Sunrise 5:53 AMSunset 9:02 PMDaylight 15h 9m

Host City

About Cleveland, OH

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

What Are You
Waiting For?

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

Race
Where Will Color Take You?
Date
June 13, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Running

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Where Will Color Take You??
Where Will Color Take You? is a running race held in Cleveland, Ohio on June 13, 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 Where Will Color Take You??
Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Where Will Color Take You??
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Where Will Color Take You?

Jun 13, 2026

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