Early-bird registration runs March 7 through April 15!

Join us on Sunday May 18, 2025 in Bridge Park for the first annual Bath at Play Spring Colors 5k and Half-k Color Run! Runners will enjoy a beautiful out and back 5k un-timed course through scenic downtown Bath bursting with its own spring colors. Participants will begin and end their color run at the lovely Bridge Park on the banks of the Kennebec River. Volunteers will be scattered along the course wafting those puffs of colored powder to runners.

For the littler runners, a shorter course along the waterfront is available and they can do as many half-k color loops as their legs (and t shirts) can handle. The timing of the two runs means that the 5k participants will run first and can meet back up with their littles to get an added color burst.

Scroll down for the 5k & Half-k course maps (hosted on Ride with GPS) and for our Spring Colors FAQ.

Limited Edition Bath at Play T-shirt sales will be available on race-day and we recommend pre-ordering your size during registration. 

Race Day Schedule:

7:30AM - 5k and Half-k Day-of Registration and Check-in opens at Bridge Park
8:15AM - 5k Registration and check-in closes
8:30AM - 5k Runners Start!
9:00AM - Half-k Registration & Check-in Closes 
9:15AM - Half-k Runners Start!

Please Note: To help streamline the morning, we strongly encourage registering prior to arriving at Bridge Park on race day. This will allow us to start on time with our police escort through Bath's scenic riverfront! 
2025 Spring Colors Half-k Loop

The Spring Colors 5k and Half-k Color Run would not be possible without our amazing sponsors! Thank you for helping us to make Spring so colorful.

Interested in becoming a sponsor for this wonderful community event? Reach out to us at sponsor@bathatplay.org today to learn more about our sponsorship levels for the Spring Colors 5k & Half-k Color Run.

Iris Business Sponsor

Reverie Coffee

Reverie Coffeehouse is our Iris - the rainbow flower - Business Sponsor for the 2025 Spring Colors 5k and Half-k Color Run. Thanks to their generosity, every runner will receive a discount ticket for use at their next visit to one of their two locations! They will also have a special Spring Colors menu for the event day and 20% of proceeds will go to support Bath at Play. 

Visit them at either of their locations:

  • Reverie Coffee - Bath: 9 Park Street, Bath

  • Reverie Coffee - Brunswick: 117 Maine Street, Brunswick

Tulip Level - Title Sponsor

Donation of $1000 or more

Benefits include:

  • Business name and logo on event posters, T-shirts, and websites (http://www.bathatplay.org/spring-colors & springcolors.bathatplay.org)

  • Option for business information table at event

  • Featured in social media promotions and press releases

  • Complimentary race entries for all employees and their families

  • Recognition during the event & at registration table

Snapdragon Level Sponsors

Donation of $750 or more

Benefits include:

  • Business name and logo on event posters and T-shirts

  • Featured on our website and social media

  • Option for business information table at event

  • Complimentary race entries for all employees and their families

  • Recognition during the event

Hyacinth Level Sponsors

Donation of $500 or more

Benefits include:

  • Business name and Logo on T-shirts and website

  • Option for business information table at event

  • Complimentary race entries for up to 10 employees and their families

  • Recognition on social media

Crocus Level Sponsors

Donation of $250 or more

Benefits include:

  • Business name listed on the event website

  • Complimentary race entries for up to 5 employees and their families

  • Recognition on social media

Interested in volunteering? Submit your information below or drop us an email at info@bathatplay.org

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • What is a Color Run? A color run is an un-timed running race for participants of any skill level, with no winners or official times. Over the course of the race, runners are covered with different colored powders by volunteers and spectators. These events are designed to be playful and inclusive, just like Bath at Play!

  • What is this powder anyway? Just food-grade cornstarch with biodegradable color pigments.

  • How did this event come about? The origins of the colorful tossing of powder in Springtime come from the Hindu festival of Holi which celebrates color, Spring, and love. At some point, people started combining this colorful celebration with running events, birthday parties, and other festivities.

  • Is this event Rain or Shine? No. If there is significant rain in the forecast for May 18, we will reschedule to our rain date of June 15, 2025. If you have registered, we will email you and make announcements on social media if we have to reschedule.

  • Do the children run separate from the adults? If you and your child are registered for the same event (5k or Half-k) you will start at the same time.

  • How much is it to register? Is there a discount for large families or early registration? Adult registration (18 years and older) is $35 and kid registration (0 to 17 years) is $10. Families of 3 or more registrants will automatically receive a $5 per registrant discount! Early-bird registration also has a $5 discount on the above fees before 4/15/25.

  • Do I need to register if I just want to watch? No. We welcome any and all from our awesome community to join in the festivities and fun!

  • Will my registration fee help Bath at Play? YES! All proceeds and donations made for the Spring Colors race will go towards our mission to expand dynamic and inclusive play in Maine. Thank you!

  • What will my registration fee get me? Entry to the race of your choosing (5k or half-k run, or both for those jogging stroller parents), a vibrant rainbow coating of powder, and stylish sunglasses to the first 100 sign-ups.

  • What about other race swag? Locally printed t-shirts featuring the Spring Colors Bath at Play logo are available for purchase through the RunSignUp store page.

  • Are the courses stroller friendly? Yes! We recommend a jogging stroller with a rain cover and/or seat covers for easier clean-up if you are concerned about staining. Both courses will be on paved streets or paved sidewalks.

  • Can I bring my dog? Dogs are welcome although be forewarned that they will very likely get as colorful as their owners over the course of the race.

  • Can I / my child ride their bike? No, this is a foot traffic only event. For the safety of all participants, especially the rider, we do not allow bicycles on either the 5k or Half-k Spring Colors course. 

 

Race Day Do’s:

  • Wear white (T-shirt, shorts, socks, etc) that you want to look like a rainbow of colors after the race.

  • Bring a covering/towel or a change of clothes for your car if you’ll be driving back.

  • Have fun and Stay Playful!

Race Day Do Nots:

  • Wear your favorite dry clean only suit, ball gown, or other non-washable clothing