Oaklawn Color Classic is June 8
The Oaklawn Color Classic is going to be full of color again this year on June 8 as runners and walkers will be doused in colored powder throughout the route in Marshall.
This event is an example of Oaklawn’s dedication to keeping the community healthy by encouraging individuals and families to foster healthy lifestyles. By hosting the Color Classic, Oaklawn hopes to promote fun and fitness and enjoyment of running or walking for all ages.
Powder colors are made with high quality cornstarch, food dyes and baking soda. All materials are 100% FD&C and/or D&C approved.
The cost for this year’s Color Classic is $40, and the price will increase for registrations beginning on May 27.
The cost for children (ages 6-18) is $20, but the 1-Mile Fun Run is free for Youth Fitness Club participants. Check with your child’s gym teacher or school to see if your child met their goal for a free entry. Students from Gordon, Hughes, Walters, Harrington, Sonoma, Marshall Academy, Homer and Mar Lee elementaries all had the opportunity to participate.
Kids ages 5 and under are free and strollers are allowed.
To register, go to https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Marshall/OaklawnColorClassic
Pre-Registration /Early Packet Pick-Up will take place Friday, June 7 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. in the hospital lobby located at 200 N. Madison St. in Marshall.
Race Day Registration/Packet Pick-Up will take place at 9 a.m. at the Brooks Memorial Fountain.
Racers will receive:
- Race T-shirt
- Sunglasses
- Neck Gaiter
- Pint Glass
- Participation Medal
The 5k race and 5k walk get underway at 10 a.m. and the 1-Mile Fun Run will begin at 11 a.m.
An after-party will take place at the Copper Athletic Club, located at 133 W. Michigan Ave. from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. featuring live music, food and drink specials and games.
“I hope this fantastic event continues to be a great event not just for Marshall, but for Calhoun County and the state of Michigan bringing together everyone for one common goal, a healthy lifestyle,” noted Oaklawn Marketing Associate Aidan Belew.
Ryan Underhill, a member of the Marshall City Council, and his family will be taking part in the Color Classic for the first time.
“I grew up with the Oaklawn Hospitality Classic and remember what an amazing turnout it was for all of those runners,” said Underhill. “I think changing it to the Color Classic has reinvigorated the race and brought more people back to it. The race goes through our beautiful town and is one of the best finishes for a 5k run anywhere.”
