Color Run 2026 — New Jersey's Most Colorful Charity 5K Run & 2K Walk
Join us on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Mercer County Park, West Windsor, NJ for Color Run 2026 — a vibrant charity 5K Run & 2K Walk presented by Children's Home Society of New Jersey and Trinayani USA Inc.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM ET
- Location: Mercer County Park, West Windsor, NJ
- Open To: All ages — kids, families, teams, and pets welcome
- Activities: 5K Timed Run, 2K Walk, Color Splash Zone
About the Event
Color Run 2026 is more than a run — it's a celebration of community and hope. Every step you take helps brighten a child's future. All proceeds benefit The Children's Home Society of New Jersey (CHSofNJ), a nonprofit founded in 1894 that serves at-risk infants, children, youth, and families across New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.
About the Organizers
Trinayani USA Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Plainsboro, NJ, founded in October 2022. Inspired by Rabindranath Tagore's values of compassion and shared humanity, Trinayani serves NJ communities through toy drives, back-to-school supply donations, food drives, winter jacket collections, and Art for Cause events.
New Jersey Running Community
Color Run 2026 welcomes all New Jersey running clubs including Central Jersey Running Club, Raritan Valley Road Runners, NJ Road Runners Club, Jersey Shore Running Club, Jersey City Runners, Essex Running Club, Garden State Track Club, Hoboken Track Club, Brick City Run Club, Freehold Area Running Club, Metuchen Milers, Burlington Running Club, Mercer Bucks Running Club, Old Bridge Road Runners, South Jersey Athletic Club, Trenton Track Club, NJ NY Track Club, and many more.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Color Run?
- A fun charity 5K Run & 2K Walk where participants are splashed with safe, FDA-approved colored powder at the starting point.
- Do I need to be a runner?
- No! You can run, jog, walk, or dance your way through. It's about fun and community.
- Is the colored powder safe?
- Yes, only FDA-approved natural colors are used. Completely safe for everyone.
- Can kids participate?
- Yes! Open to all ages. Kids under 12 need a registered adult.
- Can I bring my pet?
- Yes! Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome.
- Is there parking?
- Yes, free parking at Mercer County Park.
- Where does the money go?
- All proceeds support Children's Home Society of NJ.
Contact
Trinayani USA Inc. — 5 Adams Ct, Plainsboro, NJ 08536 — contact@trinayaninj.org