Sgt. Ruff's Color Run

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 professionally trained service dogs for disabled veterans and first responders! 100% of the proceeds goes to the dog and hero pair! We'd be honored to have you celebrating our fifth year with us. Join us and the City of Lenoir Parks and Rec as we continue to 'serve those who served'. Course description: Get ready to walk, run, or race all while getting blasted with color in this vibrant event. This fresh splash of family and dog fun will will take place on the City of Lenoir Greenway. The race will start and finish at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex parking lot. Both races will begin with a color party, the Pup Run course will have an additional 2 color points and the Big Dawg will have 4. All race registrants will receive: a white Sgt. Ruff T-shirt to wear in the event as well as a bandana, a pair of sunglasses, and an individual color bomb. All finishers will receive a custom dog tag medal! VIP Big Dawg Ticket: includes an additional individual color bomb, a S4S Sticker