The Viva Color Fun Run costs $15 to enter and takes place on August 8, 2026, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. The event features a 1-mile distance, making it accessible for runners of various fitness levels. The race starts at 9:30 AM from the venue at 1928 Irwin Street. This short-distance format works well for those looking to participate in a low-key running event or use it as a warm-up before tackling longer races. The affordable entry fee and early morning start time make it convenient for athletes fitting racing into a busy weekend schedule.
From the Race Organizer
Shirt Deadline: While official event shirts are only guaranteed through July 20 , you're still invited to participate. Simply wear a plain white T-shirt and get ready for a colorful morning! Get Ready to Paint the Town (Literally)! The Viva Color Fun Run is a unique event that celebrates joy and community and is family-friendly. It is a one-mile route where participants can walk, run, or jog while being doused from head to toe in different colored powder along the course. Participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race covered in color. Once the race is over, the fun continues as a larger-than-life party equipped with music, dancing, photo ops, snacks, and more massive color throws. This fun run is great for all ages, including kids and families. Trust us, this is the best post-Viva Color Fun Run party in the area! The Viva Color Fun Run is Italian-themed because it is a fundraising event of The San Rocco Foundation Celebration. The San Rocco Foundation’s focus is community aid, education, and cultural exchange. This celebration has welcomed those from all around the region to partake in this rich local history...keeping traditions alive for 100 years and counting! Winner of Best Non-Profit in the Valley 2023 and Nomination for Best Non-Profit AND Best Event in the Valley 2024. Not Italian? Not a Problem! We welcome ALL to celebrate with us at the Viva Color Fun Run! SAFETY The colored powder is from Color Blaze, which makes their powder from cornstarch (ingredients are food-grade cornstarch and FDA and FD&C-approved Food & Cosmetic dyes). The color powder is non-toxic, natural, and biodegradable - Making it safe for the environment and participants. Runners can wear glasses or goggles to protect their eyes; bandanas or dust masks for their mouths. The powder is very easy to clean up with soap and water. NO Bikes, Rollerblades, Hoverboards, Scooters & Wagons: Due to safety concerns, only baby strollers/joggers and wheelchairs are allowed on the course. If you will be pushing a baby stroller/jogger, please line up at the back of the start line. NO Dogs Please: We ♥ love ♥ dogs; however, for participants' safety, we strongly discourage people from bringing dogs to The Color Fun Run. SCHEDULE The Viva Color Fun Run will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. The starting line is at the American Italian Club (1928 Irwin St, Aliquippa, PA 15001). Walkers, please move to the back of the starting line and walk along the side of the fun run route to allow runners a clear path. 8:00am-9:00am | Check-In + Carb Up & Ciao! Breakfast 9:00am-9:30am | Start Line Dance Party 9:30am | Viva Color Fun Run! Begins 10:00am-12:00pm | Finish-Line Dance Party + After Party (Celebration, Food, Fun!) Please arrive one hour before the Color Fun Run to secure parking, get hype at the dance party and reach the start line. Road closures are in place for the run. Our dedicated volunteers will be on the course, stopping traffic to ensure your safety. While there may be some general public traffic during the fun run, please follow our course volunteers' directions and safety warnings. Signs marking the direction and run day volunteers will be on the course to help ensure you stay on the appropriate route. The run begins and ends at the American Italian Club. When ready participants can easily walk back to their cars. PARKING Designated parking lots will be shared one month prior to the fun run. A volunteer will direct you to a spot in the lot so we can be sure we are maximizing available parking. Parking is in a very short walking distance from the run location. Free street parking will be available as well. RACE ROUTE Click Here to View One-Mile Route Map SWAG 2026 Viva Color Fun Run t-shirts and sun glasses will be guaranteed for participants registered by July 1st. After that date, shirts will only be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Please note: Shirts are ordered based on the sizes given during registration, and we cannot accommodate exchanges after July 1st, at packet pick-up or on run day. FAQ AND MORE Q: What does my registration fee include? Your registration fee includes our 2026 Viva Color Fun Run swag, post-race snacks, and dance party! Q: Who does the Viva Color Fun Run support? By supporting the Viva Color Fun Run, you are contributing to The San Rocco Foundation Celebration , whose focus is community aid, education, and cultural exchange. This celebration has welcomed those from all around the region to partake in this rich local history. The tradition of the Festa was brought to Aliquippa area by immigrants from Patrica, Italy, who settled primarily in the Plan 11 section of Aliquippa, where the original Festa began in 1925. Winner of Best Non-Profit in the Valley 2023 Nomination for Best Non-Profit AND Best Event in the Valley 2024 Q: If I miss the packet pickup, can I pick it up on the day of the race? You can pick up your race packet on Viva Color Fun Run morning between 8:00 a.m.
