The Color Run 5K is the largest event series in the United States and it’s heading to Springfield on April 5! Also known as The Happiest 5K on the Planet, The Color Run is a one-of-a-kind fun run that celebrates life and happiness, while painting participants in a variety of colors at the same time. Yep, you heard that right! Throughout the race, all participants will reach checkpoints that represent a different color, where they will be doused in powdered paint, and by the end of the race, they’ll be as colorful as a rainbow! Springfield residents of all ages are welcome to participate in The Color Run and are encouraged to sign up a soon as possible.