Run the rainbow and get covered in colour!
The Deafblind UK Rainbow Run is back on Sunday 6 September 2026! And, this year the inclusive family-friendly event is set to be an even bigger explosion of colourful fun!
Join the party atmosphere alongside hundreds of fellow fun runners, jogging, walking or wheeling their way around a 5K or 3K challenge.
Along the way, you will pass through bursting clouds of colour at each of our seven colour zones before reaching the finish line as a multi-coloured masterpiece!
By taking part in the Deafblind UK Rainbow Run, you’ll be helping us to support deafblind children and adults of all ages to thrive and live the lives they want.
How to Enter
Absolutely anyone can take part in the Rainbow Run. However, those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Note: Under 3s go free no matter when you sign up.
Advanced Entry - closes 31 August 2026
- Adults: £20
- Under 18s: £12
- Family (2 adults and 2 under 18s): £60
On the day entry - Sunday 6 September 2026
- Adults: £25
- Under 18s: £15
- Family (2 adults and 2 under 18s): £70
Entry includes Rainbow Run white t-shirt, colour paint sachet and finisher's medal.
We ask Rainbow Runners to raise as much sponsorship as they can for Deafblind UK. Click here to find out how your sponsorship helps.
This event is deafblind-friendly - We have a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter, Lipspeaker, and venue guides on hand to ensure that everyone can enjoy the Rainbow Run as accessibly as possible.
Event details
When: Sunday 6 September 2026
Where: Ferry Meadows, Nene Park, Peterborough
Choose from a 5K or 3K route through the beautiful green spaces of Ferry Meadows, Nene Park, Peterborough, PE2 5UU.
Check out the new 3k and 5k Rainbow Run routes here. Both routes will be marked throughout by arrows and marshals will be positioned at each junction to direct runners.
Want to volunteer as a marshal, paint thrower, or more at the Rainbow Run? Apply here
What happens on the day?
- 9am - 11.30am: Registration is open
- 11.30am - 1pm: Rainbow Run takes place
Colour Zones
You’ll run, walk, skip or dance through seven colour zones on the course!
There'll be red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple and pink powder paint stations to make sure you reach the finish line covered in colour!
We’ll have team of volunteers who will be throwing big plumes of powder at you as you go by. The paint is 100% biodegradable and non-toxic. It is made from food grade cornstarch, but please do not eat it. Wearing sunglasses or goggles is recommended as you make your way through each colour zone, for your eye comfort. Our Paint Squad will be directed to throw paint from the shoulders down!
Warning: you will get covered!
The Deafblind UK Rainbow Run is proudly supported by our headline sponsor Caterpillar.
Are you a business who would like to sponsor a colour zone? Get in touch with our fundraising team to learn more on 01733 973452 or email [email protected]
With thanks to the following sponsors for their support: Caterpillar, Finning Power Rental, and Pearce Hire.
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All money raised from the Deafblind UK Rainbow Run will go directly to supporting deafblind children and adults to thrive and lead the lives they want.
Here's how the money you raise can help:
£20 could enable us to provide an assistive technology drop-in session, helping deafblind children to access the information they need to thrive.
£35 could fund a virtual Parent Support Group, giving parents a safe space to share their experiences and know that they are not alone.
£50 could provide a deafblind awareness session, educating teachers and students about the ways they can support those who are deafblind in their school.
£100 could enable us to answer 20 more calls to our free Deafblind UK helpline.
