South Orange Family 5k
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South Orange Family YMCA Annual 5k & Kids Color Dash
The event takes place on September 26, 2026, at Millpond Parkway in Monroe, NY. It includes an annual 5K offered as both a run and a walk, plus a Kids Color Dash made up of very short, age-grouped sprints where children are colorized during the dash.
Distances featured:
- 5K run or walk
- 50 meter kids dash
- 100 meter kids dash
- 200 meter kids dash
The Kids Color Dash groups children by age for the short races and focuses on participation and enjoyment. The color dash format means participants are splashed or dusted with colored powder during the run.
Registration opens on November 12, 2025, and closes on September 25, 2026. Fee structure for the 5K events lists a pre-entry registration fee of $30 plus processing fees and a day-of-event fee of $35 plus processing fees. The Kids Color Dash lists a pre-entry fee of $5 and a day-of-event fee of $8. The event is presented as the finale of the Race Series. Attire themes mentioned include autumn colors, woodland animal looks, or seasonal costumes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
