Orono Community Education

Get ready for a fun-filled event, the whole family will love! The Family Color Dash is a vibrant experience where you can run, walk, or dash through bursts of bright color. Join us on August 7 at the Orono Middle School, with check-in starting at 5 PM and the run kicking off at 6 PM. All pre-registered participants will receive a swag bag including an official event t-shirt! After the dash, stick around to enjoy music from DJ Edd, food, and sweet treats. Whether you're racing to the finish line or just in it for the fun, this event is perfect for all ages. Sign up today and get ready to dash in color!

• Early registration price: $25/person
• Registration price after June 1: $30/person

To guarantee a swag bag including a t-shirt for the dash, please register online prior to Friday, August 1st. 

Additional Items:

• Check-in will take place outside near the soccer fields at Orono Middle School on August 7th. (Early check-in will be available on Wednesday, August 6th from 10AM - 3PM in the Community Ed office located at the Education Link). 

• Please add t-shirt size during registration. 

• All families must have at least one adult (18+) in attendance. This is a family event, please do not drop off unattended children. 

• Please note, this event will take place on a grass field NOT on a paved surface.

• Participants will be covered in colored powder during this event. All powder used is environmentally friendly. We recommend keeping towels in your vehicle for after the event to help with clean up. 

• Scholarships may be available upon request. For more information on scholarships, please contact anita.goman@orono.k12.mn.us 

The color dash draws inspiration from traditional color festivals like the Indian Holi festival, which celebrates the arrival of spring. In Holi, people throw colored powder at each other as a symbol of happiness and unity. The color dash adopts this same spirit of fun, celebration, and togetherness, making it a perfect fit for a family-friendly event.