⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 9, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The annual Urbandale Color Run takes place in Urbandale, in Polk County, Iowa, on May 8, 2027, with a 5K and a 3.5K both starting at 10:00 a.m., designed for participants of all levels.
Participants are showered with a multitude of colors as they make their way around the course, making the event a colorful celebration of sport and friendship. All proceeds go to the students and teachers of Urbandale Middle School.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Urbandale.
The Des Moines Donut Mile
Jun 26, 2027 · Clive, IA · 2 mi away
1 mi
Lions on the Run 5K
Oct 31, 2026 · Urbandale, IA · 2 mi away
3.1 mi
To Grandmother's House We Go
Oct 31, 2026 · West Des Moines, IA · 4 mi away
3.1 mi · 6.2 mi · 9.3 mi
Sycamore 8
Dec 5, 2026 · Johnston, IA · 5 mi away
7.9 mi
Drake Road Races
Apr 17, 2027 · Des Moines, IA · 6 mi away
13.1 mi · 6.2 mi · 3.1 mi
Archie Lee Foundation Superhero 5K
Oct 31, 2026 · Waukee, IA · 6 mi away
3.1 mi