A file photo of participants at an earlier edition of The Color Run.
Doha: The fourth edition of The Color Run presented by Sahtak Awalan: Your Health First, the flagship public health campaign of Weill Cornell Medicine–Qatar (WCM-Q), is set to take place on January 27.
This year once again, the popular 5K course will transport participants to a world where anything is possible, inspiring them to make dreams a reality. The Color Run will begin at the Qatar National Convention Centre.
Known to be the biggest and most colorful event that Doha has ever seen, this edition of the Color Run will have a one-of-a-kind theme: The Dream World Tour. Colors, music, running, jogging, skipping and dancing will ensure that all participants will have an absolute blast!
During The Color Run participants can choose to run, walk, jog or skip around the 5km course with their family and friends. The brand new Foam Zone will make Color Runners feel on top of the world, as they enjoy a brand new color, and as always, get covered from head to toe in an array of colors. After the course, participants can show their aspirations on the first ever Dream Wall and enjoy the ultimate color extravaganza with family and friends at the Finish Festival – featuring the world famous color throws!
The Color Run presented by Sahtak Awalan is a unique race that celebrates health, happiness and individuality by both empowering and encouraging participants of all ages and abilities to focus on their health and well-being.
Ticket sales have been through the roof so far and all participants are encouraged to buy their tickets today, before they sell out, to avoid disappointment and be part of this exciting event. Celebrated by everyone of all ages and walks of life, both veteran Color Runners and those that will be taking part for the first time will be able to enjoy an action-packed day in a fun, fitness-inspired environment. Tickets can be purchased for this fantastic initiative by visiting www.thecolorrun.qa.
Each Color Runner will receive a fun participant kit, which includes a limited edition Dream World Tour race shirt, embroidered headband, a fun temporary tattoo, welcome card, rainbow pencil and some awesome goodies from sponsors. Deluxe Runners will receive the kit plus a Gold bib a wristband, tutu, party socks and sunglasses for the ultimate Color Runner look on the day.
Since its inception in 2012, The Color Run has become a global phenomenon, continuing to innovate the 5k paint race genre each year. The Color Run has been experienced by over 6 million people worldwide in 35+ countries and has donated a staggering $5m to charity to date.