17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run 2026 — Newark, DE

Date
May 19, 2026
Location
Newark, DE
Venue
1300 Paper Mill Road
Start Time
5:30 PM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
Indy 5K, Color Us Kids Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run takes place at 1300 Paper Mill Road in Newark, Delaware on May 19, 2026. The event offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a 5K, giving runners flexibility in their race selection. With a typical start time of 5:30 PM, this is an evening event worth planning around if you're traveling to the area. Entry is priced at $35.00 per runner. Whether you're targeting a shorter distance or going for the full 5K, this race provides a straightforward racing opportunity in Delaware. Book accommodations nearby to minimize travel time before the evening start.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Fun Run, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists. Registration Prices Per Race: $35.00 for adults *$25.00 for youth 17 and under *r egistration price will change on the form once the birthday is entered for the participant. If you want to participate in both races, please only register/pay for the Indy 5K so you have a timing chip bib. All race proceeds support the First Responders Community Partnership offering tuition discounts to children of first responders. As a school whose mission it is to inspire citizenship in its students, Independence is proud to support those who are inspired to serve as first responders for our community. Students who have one or both parents who are actively employed full-time as first responders in law enforcement, fire protection, in a capacity as an emergency medical technician (EMT) or in the armed forces, are eligible to receive a discount towards tuition during each year of enrollment. Please

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run 2026 — Newark, DE?

17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run 2026 — Newark, DE takes place on May 19, 2026. The race is held in Newark, Delaware.

Where is 17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run 2026 — Newark, DE held?

17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run 2026 — Newark, DE is held at 1300 Paper Mill Road in Newark, Delaware.

Where can I find hotels near 17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Run 2026 — Newark, DE?

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