2nd Annual

Colour Fest

Saturday, July 19 2025

10:00am to 3:00pm

Blair Park, Port Alberni

All ages and abilities welcome!

Registration now open!

$20 each/$45 family

Spots are limited!

Traverse the scenic 2.5km route, as colour stations turn you into a moving Rainbow

We respectfully acknowledge the unceded traditional territory of the Tseshaht, Hupacasath First Nations, and the traditional keepers of their land since time immemorial. We offer our respect and gratitude to the Tseshaht and Hupacasath people, past and present, who have stewarded these lands throughout the generations. We commit to working in solidarity with the host nations towards decolonization and reconciliation, and acknowledge the ongoing impact of colonization, which continues to harm Indigenous communities to this day. We want to say thank you for allowing us to live, work, and play on your lands.

Registration is now open! Whether you're joining as a family, group of friends, colleagues, or flying solo, secure your spot early as spaces are limited and filling up fast!

Upon registration, you'll receive a registration email detailing everything you need to know about Rotary Colour Fest. This includes the event schedule, route information, and tips to ensure your day is nothing short of amazing!

Plus, your registration comes with an exciting goodie bag packed with swag and exclusive gifts from our generous sponsors. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Mark your calendars for July 19! Blair Park is where the excitement begins for Port Alberni's vibrant extravaganza. Arrive early to check in and prepare for a day bursting with color. The fun kicks off with an explosion of colours as we count down the start at 11am before you embark on the scenic route along the picturesque Kitsuksis Dyke Trail.

We encourage you to don your whitest attire and let your imagination run wild with your festival ensemble! Whether it's a whimsical costume, bold accessories, or anything that embraces the spirit of our colourful affair, the choice is yours.

Get ready for a day filled with fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

Keep the festivities alive after you cross the finish line! Head to the FREE Rotary Club Finish Line Festival for an afternoon of music, family-friendly fun, delicious eats from food trucks, and a variety of vendors to explore.

As participants trickle in, soak up the vibrant atmosphere and mingle with fellow walkers. It's the ultimate spot to celebrate your accomplishment, snap photos with your colorful crew, and create cherished memories to last a lifetime.

Don't forget to share your experience with the world using #RotaryColourFest

Three young women celebrate at a festival, covered in colorful powder, wearing casual clothing and holding water bottles.

Need more details?

  • Join us at the FREE festival for a day of fun, food, and festivities that everyone will love.

    That’s right, the Festival portion of this event is open to the public for everyone to enjoy for free.

  • The route will go counter clockwise along the Kitsuksis Trail Dyke. It’s 2.5km long. Six colour stations along the route to entertain you and turn you into a rainbow of colours!

  • Please arrive at Blair Park by 10 am to check-in and receive your package full of goodies. If you purchased a T-shirt, they will be available for pick up before the event starts.

  • Parking at Blair Park is limited. Additional parking is available at Stirling Park.

  • Rest assured, our colour powders are crafted with food and cosmetic grade ingredients, ensuring they are safe for both you and the environment. Our supplier meticulously sources and tests these ingredients to meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

    If you get a small amount in your eyes, simply flush with water. Or better yet, wear the funky sunglasses you'll find in your goody bag.

    Inhaling a small amount of color powder dust will result in colorful boogers, but isn’t harmful.

  • Cleaning is as easy as brushing or blowing off a majority of the colour powder, then a little soap and water will take care of the rest.

    Cleaning off your skin and hair is similar to dusting off dry dirt. Most of it can be removed by shaking and dusting yourself off. The remaining will go away with a bath or shower. 

    Most clothing can be washed as normal without staining. If staining occurs on white clothing, it can be cleaned with laundry whitener.

 

Get in touch.

Still have a question? We're here to help! Submit your inquiry and our team will get back to you promptly.

2025 Sponsors

Logo with a mountain scene and pine trees, featuring the words 'Rentals, Sales, Service'

GOLD LEVEL

Logo for R. Anderson & Associates Inc. with a green stylized 'A' and a grey circle background.
Logo of the City of Port Alberni featuring a stylized tree or plant design above the city name in green and black text.
Scotiabank logo in red text.
Logo for Berry & Vale Contracting Ltd with the company name and a green line underneath.
Logo of Port Boat House with a star and nautical design, and text reading 'Port Boat House, Port Alberni'.
Logo for Port Alberni, Uclulet, and Tofino Physiotherapy Clinic featuring a silhouette of a woman in a running pose in front of a stylized globe.
Logo for The Fenton Group with a geometric design and the tagline "Beyond Expectations."
MOSAIC Forest Management logo with the word MOSAIC, a circular mosaic design inside the letter O, and the text Forest Management underneath.

SILVER LEVEL

Logo for Pacific Rim Heat Pumps featuring a mountain, a sun, a snowflake, pine trees, and water, with the tagline 'Whatever the weather'.
Red shield-shaped logo with white text that reads 'The Salvation Army'
A McDonald's logo with a red maple leaf in the center, and text indicating ownership and operation by Stuart and Jess Aldred, covering locations in Courtenay, Comox, and Port Alberni, in British Columbia, Canada.
The emblem of the Port Alberni Port Authority featuring a red and white fish with a Canadian maple leaf above it, set against stylized waves.
Graphic logo for Albern Septic Tank Service featuring trees, mountains, a septic tank truck, and a porta-potty, with the company name at the bottom.
Logo of Benjamin Moore with text: Alberni Colour Corner Ltd - Benjamin Moore retailer

BRONZE LEVEL

Staples logo with the slogan 'work. learn. grow.' in black text underneath.
Port Alberni logo with a central red stylized letter 'P' and 'A', surrounded by blue and white decorative elements, and the words 'Port Alberni' in white on a black background.
Fried fish fillets with lemon wedges served with fries at Valley Fish & Chips.
Text saying 'You're at home here.' above the Co-op logo and the word 'Alberni' below.
Partial logo with the word 'mint' in orange and green leaves above it.
Sign for Best Western Plus Barclay Hotel.
A black and white logo with the text 'HEN GROUP OF BUSINESSES' curved along the top edge, featuring an abstract image resembling a hen's head with a beak and five eggs around it.
Logo of Home Hardware featuring the initials 'hh' in a red square with a black and yellow border, and the words 'Home hardware' underneath, with 'Home' in black and 'hardware' in red.
Smitty's logo in red script with a small maple leaf underneath
Logo for Flurer Smokery featuring a stylized fish with green eye and tail, and the text 'Flurer Smokery' with the tagline 'Lows in Every Bite'.

MEDIA SPONSORS

Logo of Alabami Valley with red text and a silhouette of a mountain or hill in black.
Logo of The Peak 93.3 FM radio station featuring a mountain outline and the tagline 'The Sound of the Valley'.
Logo of Alberni Valley Media featuring a stylized sun setting behind mountains with blue and green colors.

Other ways to participate

Tables displaying jars of canned goods outdoors at a market or fair.

Vendors

Showcase your goods and services! Don't miss this chance to connect with a diverse audience while adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the event. Secure your spot now!

A woman in a red shirt is receiving a meal from a person inside a food truck labeled British Columbia Division, with a window for food service. The woman is reaching out her hand to receive the food.

Food Trucks

Be part of the vibrant festivities! Don't miss this opportunity to delight attendees with your delicious offerings amidst the colorful fun.

Volunteer

Help us create an unforgettable experience for our community – whether you're assisting with the walk, adding colour to the festivities, or lending a hand with activities, your support is invaluable.

Four smiling people wearing yellow Rotary Colour Fest T-shirts, taking a selfie outdoors near a table with water bottles, paper cups, and decorated cupcakes, with trees in the background.