Presented by The Sherwin-Williams Women's Club
Benefiting Youth Challenge
Where Will Color Take You? raises vital funds for Youth Challenge (YC). YC brings together young people with physical disabilities and teen volunteers who inspire each other through adapted sports, recreation, and social growth activities. In 2026, Youth Challenge celebrates 50 years of impact in Northeast Ohio. We are excited to commemorate this special anniversary!
Start Times
7:00am - Late Packet Pickup/Registration
8:15am - Kids' Dash
8:30am - 5K
9:00am - 1-Mile Walk & Roll
*Strollers are allowed, but dogs are not
**There will not be a handcycle division this year
Timing
5K: MyLaps BibTag Chip Timing
1-Mile Walk & Roll: Untimed
Virtual Participants are welcome to submit their time HERE by June 27, but will not be counted toward Top 5K Finishers.
Registration
Early Bird Pricing (closes March 1 @ 11:59pm EST)
Individual Registration (15 & Under) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $10
Individual Registration (16 & Over) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $30
Pre-Registration Pricing (closes June 13 @ 11:59pm EDT)
Individual Registration (15 & Under) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $15
Individual Registration (16 & Over) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $35
Day-Of Walk Up Registration Pricing (opens June 13 @ 12:00am EDT)
Individual Registration (15 & Under) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $20
Individual Registration (16 & Over) [5K Run // 1-Mile Walk & Roll]: $40
Virtual Participant Registration Pricing (closes June 13 @ 9:00am EDT)
Individual Registration: $20
Supporter Registration
All supporters that want to cheer on participants that are running, walking or rolling will need to purchase a wristband for the event. This includes Zoo members. You can purchase a Supporter wristband here for $12. This registration option only includes an event wristband.
Early Packet Pickup
Friday, June 12, 2026
Youth Challenge
800 Sharon Drive, Westlake, Ohio 44145
4-6pm
Awards (5K only)
Overall Male and Female Runners
Top 3 Male and Female Runners in the following age groups:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
Registration Includes
Admission to Zoo
Race T-Shirt (must register by 5/29 @ 11:59pm EDT)
Kids’ Dash
Post-Race Refreshments
Awards to Top 5K Finishers
DJ // Photobooth // Games & More
Virtual Participation
Virtual participants in the 5K or 1-Mile event can register anytime before June 13 @ 9:00am EDT. Participants will receive a virtual family fun packet and event t-shirt (must be registered by 5/29). Results can be submitted until June 27.
Color can take you anywhere! Please feel free to invite family and friends from around the globe to join us.
Support
Where Will Color Take You? raises vital funds for Youth Challenge (YC). YC brings together young people with physical disabilities and teen volunteers who inspire each other through adapted sports, recreation, and social growth activities. Registration fees cover the cost of putting on the event and are not a donation to Youth Challenge. Please consider adding a donation to support Youth Challenge. The Sherwin-Williams Foundation will be generously matching all donations to Youth Challenge, up to $5,000, doubling your impact! Click HERE to donate today. Learn more about YC at www.YouthChallengeSports.com.
More Information
For more information, please contact Hermes Sport and Events: 216-623-9933
YC can be found on social media at @YCSports1976