VT Spring Color Run

APR

4

2026

A participation focused 1 mile (1.6K) color run on Dietrick Lawn that kicks off the Virginia Tech Spring Color Festival. Free color packets are provided and the finish area opens directly into the festival grounds.

Sat 4 Apr 2026

Blacksburg, Virginia

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VT Spring Color Run 2026

VT Spring Color Run 2026 is a participation-focused 1-mile (1.6K) fun run that serves as the kickoff to the Virginia Tech Spring Color Festival in Blacksburg, VA. The event is open to all ages and encourages running, jogging, or walking in a color-filled setting. It is described as beginner-friendly and non-competitive; timing is not used.

The course starts and finishes on Dietrick Lawn, across from Cassell Coliseum. The finish chute flows into the festival grounds, providing direct access to post-run activities on the festival site. At check-in, all participants receive free color packets.

Registration for the 1 Mile Color Run opens on 2026-03-25 and closes on 2026-04-04. The listed registration fee is $0.00. The event is positioned as a community activity for student groups, families, runners, and walkers looking to take part in the festival opening rather than as an organized competitive race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

1 Mile Color Run (1.6k)