Color Run Octobre Rose - Chartrettes - 5K

It is a community colour run held in the town of Chartrettes, in the Seine-et-Marne department of France. The event is organised as part of Octobre Rose, the French breast cancer awareness campaign, and it mixes easy running or walking with coloured powder thrown along the way. The mood is friendly and inclusive, so it suits families, beginners and groups of friends as much as regular runners.

No. Colour runs are designed to be taken at any pace, and many participants walk the whole course or jog in a group. The emphasis is on enjoying the day and supporting the cause rather than on finishing times.

The powder used at colour runs is usually designed to wash out, but light coloured or delicate fabrics can hold a faint tint. Shake off as much powder as you can while it is dry, then wash the items as soon as possible after the event following the care label.

The event is run under the banner of Octobre Rose, the annual French breast cancer awareness campaign, so the day is intended to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research and support. The organiser's HelloAsso page sets out what happens to the money collected.

For a relaxed colour run in October, a small bottle is usually enough, and many people carry nothing at all. Refreshment arrangements vary from year to year, so check the organiser's page before the day if you prefer not to rely on what is provided on the course.