Color Run Los Angeles 2017
A 5k fun run that showers participants in over 10,000 pounds of FDA-approved color powder, with an after-dark glow run for anyone who wants more.
You will be a beautiful walking canvas by the end of the race.
Our reviewerA Colorful Run Worth Signing Up For
The Color Run is a 5k that turns runners into walking works of art, showering participants with over 10,000 pounds of color made from FDA-approved dyes and food starch, no chemicals or toxins to worry about. The Los Angeles race lands on Saturday, May 6th, and runners can do the course more than once that day if they want extra color.
It's a family event first: kids under 12 run free, and there's a separate night run for teens and adults later the same day, where the course glows under black lights and the color powder itself glows in the dark. We loved the 2016 night run enough that we've already signed up again for 2017.
Tickets run as low as $25 right now with up to 50% off for early sign-ups, though the price climbs as race day approaches. The Color Run is also always looking for volunteers willing to throw the powder, and it's common to see first-year runners come back as volunteers the next year.
With more than 35 cities on the schedule nationwide, it's easy to find a Color Run near you even outside Los Angeles.
Why We Love It
- Fun, high-energy experience suitable for all ages
- Kids under 12 run for free
- Color powder uses FDA-approved dyes and food starch, no toxins
- Optional night run adds glow-in-the-dark color and black lights
- Up to 50% off tickets available for early sign-up
- Runners can do the course more than once on race day
Considerations
- Ticket prices rise the closer you get to race day, so early sign-up matters
Our Experience
We've run the Color Run before, and the night edition in particular stood out: the entire course glows under black lights with glow-in-the-dark color powder, making it one of the more memorable runs we've done.
We're Already Signed Up Again
The 2016 night run was so amazing that we've already signed up for the 2017 night Color Run.
We Recommend This To Readers Who:
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Runners looking for a fun experience
The Color Run trades competitive racing for a colorful, lighthearted 5k.
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Kids of all ages who want to become a painting
It's a family event first, with free entry for kids under 12.
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People living in Los Angeles looking for a fun Saturday event
The LA race runs Saturday, May 6th, with an evening glow run later that day.
A Closer Look
Color Run Los Angeles 2017 Ticket Price
Pricing depends on how early you sign up, with discounts shrinking as race day approaches.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult Ticket (early)Popular | $25 |
Good to Know
See You at the Start Line
The Color Run is an exciting, all-around fun running experience perfect for every age, grandparents and kids included. We already bought our tickets; now we just need an outfit.
