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Raphoe Colour Run and Community Festival

Name: Raphoe Colour Run and Community Festival
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03
Location: Raphoe

The Raphoe Colour Run and Community Festival is an annual family-friendly event in County Donegal that transforms the town streets into a vibrant display of color and community spirit. Centered at the Raphoe Livestock Mart marquee, the festival features a non-stop program of athletic activity, live musical performances, and local entertainment for all ages.

Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Raphoe
Status: Upcoming

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Raphoe Colour Run and Community Festival

Event summary

Highlights

Signature Colour Run starting at 1:00 PM with six color stations
Town-wide family scavenger hunt beginning at 11:00 AM
Live performance by the Stonewall band at 3:30 PM
Debut of the 'One Town, One Voice' Choir Raphoe

Returning for its third year, the festival begins at 11:00 AM with a town-wide family scavenger hunt and a pre-run preparation zone where attendees can get ready with face paints and glitter gems. The main hub at the livestock mart marquee hosts various community showcases, funfair games, and a dedicated sensory-friendly space managed by the Raphoe Family Resource Centre, offering crafts and tabletop games in a quieter environment.

The signature Colour Run commences at 1:00 PM, following a route via Raphoe Hardware and the Racecourse Road loop, featuring six dedicated color stations staffed by local volunteers. Throughout the afternoon, the event showcases diverse entertainment including Highland dancers, traditional musicians, flash mobs, and a debut performance by the 'One Town, One Voice' Choir Raphoe. The celebration concludes with live music from the Stonewall band and the announcement of competition winners.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Raphoe Livestock Mart; www.donegaldaily.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Raphoe

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.