Support the NENDATF: Register for this weekend’s Color Run
Participants in last year's Color Run take off on the mile-long course. This year's event is this Saturday, November 4. Registration is open.
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UPDATE: The Color Run has been postponed. The event will now take place on Saturday, November 4.
The Northport-East Northport Drug and Alcohol Task Force (NENDATF) is once again hosting its biggest (and only) fundraiser of the year next Saturday, October 21, a unique and vibrant event that combines the elements of a fun run with a literal burst of color, energy, and community spirit.
“This event has gained immense popularity in the Northport/East Northport and surrounding areas since its inception and has become a symbol of joy, unity, and healthy living,” wrote Linda Oristano, NENDATF’s program coordinator.
Participants in the Color Run start the race dressed in white tee shirts (provided by the NENDATF) symbolizing a blank canvas, Oristano explained. “As they make their way through the course, they are showered with brilliantly colored powders at various color stations along the route.”
Stations along the one-mile course are staffed by volunteers who toss or spray participants with non-toxic, biodegradable colored powder made of cornstarch, creating a mesmerizing and colorful spectacle. As the race progresses, runners and walkers are transformed into living works of art, covered head to toe in a kaleidoscope of hues.
“The Color Run is not a competitive race; it is all about having fun, promoting a healthy lifestyle, and fostering a sense of community,” Oristano said. It is common to see families, friends of all ages, and strangers cheering each other on, laughing, and dancing along the course.
The event culminates with a “finish festival,” where participants can celebrate their accomplishment by dancing to the sounds of the National Event Connection, throw additional color packets into the air, enjoy the photo booth, and play games such as tic-tac-toe and corn hole.
“It is so much fun and an inclusive experience that promotes happiness, togetherness, and a sense of accomplishment, all while encouraging physical activity,” Oristano said. “So grab your running shoes, your family and friends and get ready to immerse yourself in a world of color and happiness.”
This year’s Color Run is now scheduled for Saturday, November 4, from 9am to 12:30pm (check-in begins at 8am) at Northport Middle School. For more information, or to register, visit www.ndatf.org.
