Join us for the Gelfand Color Run, a fun-filled family event where you can run, walk, or dance through a rainbow of colors!
Gelfand Color Run
Come join us for the most colorful run of the year and support The Debra Gelfand Children's Foundation! Get ready to run, walk, or skip your way through the course on September 13th, 2026 at Richard E. John’s Park, 2101 Central Road, Glenview.
The Gelfand Color Run is a 1 mile, untimed, community run where participants get covered from head to toe with vibrant colors made from safe, food-grade, biodegradable cornstarch. By the time participants cross the finish line, they will be covered in a brilliant palette of colors. Every participant will receive a t-shirt to wear for the race.
Start Time: Check in 8:30 am followed by guided warm-up and 1 mile fun run at 9:00
End Time: Post-race festivities will last until 10:30. Join us for the fun!
All proceeds benefit the Debra Gelfand Children's Foundation which provides shoes, clothing, necessities, vision care, and many other supports, to District 34 Families. Visit the website for more information: https://www.debragelfand.org
NOTICE: In order to receive race packets and t-shirts: Registration deadline is 8/25/26
In the case of inclement weather, the event will be canceled and registration is non-refundable.
