The colorful and festive walk for everyone in Dole
Color Dole is a 5 km non-timed, colorful walk, accessible to everyone, which crosses the historic center and natural spaces of Dole in the Jura. This festive and solidarity event brings together about 1,500 participants each year in a mini-festival atmosphere with a music stage, regional DJs, Holi powder zones, brass bands, street artists, and entertainment for children and adults. The profits are donated to local children's charities.
Color Dole is much more than just a colorful race: it's a true mini-festival that enlivens the city of Dole for a day. Created in 2023, this festive and solidarity event offers a 5 km non-timed walk accessible to everyone, from the youngest (from 3 years old) to the oldest, including people with reduced mobility.
The circuit crosses the old town of Dole and its natural spaces, punctuated by several animation points: brass band, street artists, hot air balloon, Holi powder zones, giant fresco, and mascots. Each participant receives a color kit to participate in the collective throws that punctuate the route.
The start village, located at the Parvis des Arquebusiers, brings together partners and sponsors around a catering area and a main stage animated by regional DJs. Stage effects include flame machines, daytime fireworks, cold sparks, and a Line Array sound system for a festival atmosphere.
Color Dole is driven by a strong solidarity dimension. The profits from the event are donated to local charities working for children. The event aims to be inclusive and without any competition: no rankings, no timers, just the pleasure of sharing a colorful and festive moment.
The route and the village offer various entertainment for children (face painting, games, mascots) and adults (DJs, bar, relaxation area). The day ends with a grand colorful finale on the main stage with collective powder throws and music.
The 4th edition of Color Dole will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, with the theme "Magical & Mystical". A 5 km colorful walk, DJs, brass bands, Holi powders, and entertainment for everyone at the Parvis des Arquebusiers in Dole.
Color Dole generally takes place on a Sunday in April. The start village opens in the late morning, and the walk starts in the early afternoon.
Parvis des Arquebusiers, Dole (39100)
Paid registration for walk participants. Free access to the start village and entertainment.
Official website: www.color-dole.fr
Wear white clothes or clothes you don't mind getting colored. The powders used are natural and washable. Bring sunglasses to protect your eyes during powder throws.
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Parvis des Arquebusiers, 39100 Dole