Parker Parks and Recreation Postpones Annual Color Fun Run to Feb. 28

Parker’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has postponed the town’s annual Color Fun Run after identifying scheduling conflicts and an insufficient number of volunteers to toss color at runners. The board, led by Kalee Page, agreed to move the event to February 28, 2026.

The decision was made at the board’s January 14 meeting, where members discussed calendar overlaps and staffing limits that would have affected event operations and participant experience. Organizers cited the volunteer shortfall as a core reason for the postponement, signaling concerns about both safety logistics and the signature color stations that define the run.

For Parker residents who mark this event on their calendars, the change has practical consequences. Runners and families who planned to attend in January will need to adjust travel and childcare arrangements, and local volunteers who had intended to help will face a new date. The postponement may also affect ancillary plans by small businesses, vendors, and community groups that often coordinate around town events.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board plays a central role in scheduling and staging community programming. That the board moved quickly to set a new date reflects both the event’s place on the town’s activity roster and the operational limits volunteer shortages can impose on public events. The board’s announcement included a flyer with further details for participants and volunteers.

Beyond the immediate schedule change, the move highlights a broader civic issue: community events in La Paz County depend on a reliable volunteer base. Organizers in Parker will need to recruit additional volunteers for color stations and event staffing to ensure the February run meets expectations and operates smoothly. Increased volunteer engagement would lessen the risk of further delays and allow town events to remain on calendar without last-minute changes.

Residents interested in participating, volunteering, or confirming event details should look for updates from Parker Parks and Recreation and consult the posted event flyer. The new February 28 date gives organizers extra time to shore up volunteer support and refine logistics, and it provides the community an opportunity to step forward and help keep this annual event on course.