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ColorDash 5K/1K 2.0 - April 25, 2026

ColorDash 2026 is back—and this year, every color burst fuels something BIG. Proceeds from ColorDash 2026 benefit the Gallatin Valley YMCA as we grow youth sports opportunities across the valley, expanding access to volleyball, street/field hockey, cheerleading, gymnastics, soccer, tennis, and more. Together, we’re building confident kids, stronger teams, and a community where every child gets a chance to play, belong, and thrive.

ColorDash 2025 was a huge success with 440 Runners of all ages. We exceeded our goal by raising close $25,000 to support the Gallatin Valley YMCA Sport's programs. This year our goal is bigger and we want participation even bigger! Join the fun at Gallatin Valley Regional Park and learn about all the Gallatin Valley YMCA has to offer.

Basketball was literally invented at a YMCA.

“Basketball started at the Y—youth sports are in our DNA.”

In 1891, a Canadian physical education instructor named Dr. James Naismith created the game at the YMCA International Training School in Springfield, Massachusetts (now Springfield College). He needed an indoor sport to keep students active during the winter—so he hung up two peach baskets, wrote 13 original rules, and the first game of basketball was born.

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Have Questions?

Have questions about signing up for the race or participating in Youth Sports? We're here to help! Whether you need assistance with registration, event details, or anything else, we’re happy to guide you through the process. Fill out our contact form or give us a call today—we can't wait to see you there!