Sgt. Ruff’s Color Run 2026 — Lenoir, NC

Date
November 7, 2026
Location
Lenoir, NC
Venue
1050 Zacks Fork Rd
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $55.00
Events
Big Dawg (5k), Pup Run (Fun Run)
Includes
T-Shirt
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2nd Annual Sgt. Ruff's C O L O R Run (5K and Fun Run)!!! Join us November 7, 2026. Times TBD Awards to follow!!! CHECK-IN, PACKET PICKUP, & DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION: Location Address: 1050 Zacks Fork Rd Lenoir, NC US 28645 Sgt. Ruff is BACK with more fun, more surprises, and MORE COLOR! For our returning friends, get ready to add more COLOR to your experience! New swag, fresh merch, and exciting surprises are on the way. If you loved last year, this year is going to be even brighter! But for those of you who don't know WHAT A COLOR RUN IS... Picture this: You start the day in crisp white, then—BOOM—bursting blasts of food-grade, non-toxic colored powder envelope you from start to finish. Every step, every stride, every smile gets painted in purples, oranges, turquoise, and every shade in between. By the end, you’re not just a runner—you’re a masterpiece of living color! Purpose of event: Shepherds for Sheepdogs is a 501(c)3 located in Lenoir, NC whose purpose is to purchase professiona

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