After 40 countries .. "Racing colors" in the Kingdom under the supervision of "entertainment"

3 cities to accommodate .. And expectations of attracting 45,000 event attendees

The countdown began in Saudi Arabia to host the "Color Race," the world's largest five-kilometer run in three major Saudi cities.

The races will start in Al Khobar on Saturday, March 23, and the other two races in Riyadh and Jeddah will be selected soon.

As part of the efforts of the General Authority of Entertainment, this event, dubbed "Asaad 5 kilometers on the ground", is expanding its colorful colors into the Kingdom as part of the "World Champion's Tour", which should attract about 15,000 participants in each city.

The race has been invited by more than 40 countries and has attracted more than seven million runners from all over the world. It's a timeless race bringing together thousands of competitors of different colors on a five-kilometer track before the event. reach the finish line to win medals. Limited version

There is no basis for participating in this colorful race, other than the fact that the participants have fun and cross the finishing line in color.

In addition to giving participants a unique opportunity to capture their memorable moments by taking distinctive commemorative photos, this non-competitive event is an ideal opportunity to celebrate health, happiness and independence.

The General Authority for Recreation supports this event as part of its ongoing efforts to enrich the lives of citizens, in line with the objectives of Saudi Arabia's vision for the 2030 horizon and the Quality of Life program. life 2020.

Sultan Al Fakir, General Manager of the General Authority of Entertainment, said: "We are looking forward to organizing the animated color race in Saudi Arabia, in line with the efforts of the General Authority of Entertainment and Quality of Life Program. 2020 to propose new options to improve the participation of the population in cultural and entertainment activities and sport.

The race, proposed by Sansilk in the three largest cities of the Kingdom, offers an excellent opportunity for thousands of families to engage in a healthy activity that combines pleasure, sport and human activity.

"Since its launch in 2012, the Color Race has become a global phenomenon that we are excited to be organizing for the first time in Saudi Arabia," said Color Racing spokesperson Christine Bigler. "The positive returns we have seen in the region reflect the popularity of Asad 5 kilometers on the ground."

The race is characterized by the diversity of nationalities of the competitors and the reasons for their participation: it is a race without stopwatch nor winner, which is suitable for different categories of competitors, from beginners to professional runners: more than half of the competitors competitors compete for the first time in a five-kilometer race.

"We invite all those who wish to participate to reserve their cards immediately, to reserve their share of fun, and we are delighted to see all participants enjoy the largest event in colorful history of the year. Kingdom.

This year's "Color Run" is a "Heroes Tour" to celebrate the hero in us, his indisputable and unconditional will, and the fun after the race continues during the win-win festival, Commemorative Photos, Booths activities and street vendors.

The "Hero Tour" includes a set of entirely new tools for the participants, including all the conditions necessary for participation in the event, such as t-shirt, headband, etc.