June 5 is bound to be the most colourful day of the year. Why? Because it’s time for the Holi Run 2016, taking place near Barcelona in the neighbouring town of Badalona (you can easily get there using the train).
There’s music all the way through as well as an after party with DJs and several other activities and entertainment events, in order to keep the colours moving and the happiness flowing through your body and mind.
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More about the Holi Run
A growing tradition all around the world, the Holi Run (or Colour Run) is inspired by the Indian festival of colours and is meant to celebrate the beginning of spring. It’s all about movement, colour and good vibrations – a true celebration of joy and a contagious, healthy dose of happiness. Trust us, it’s impossible to sport a frown during one of these events.
These type of Colour runs, or “the healthiest 5K’s on the planet”, started popping up in 2011 after American event producer Travis Snyder thought it up as a way to promote happy and healthy living. Its joyful sspirithas since then been spreading quickly throughout the entire planet.
Can anyone participate?
Yes! Happiness doesn’t exclude anyone. Children can participate as well, as long as those under 12 are accompanied by an adult. So bring your mother, your father, your sister and your brother, your grandfather and your grandmother, your friends, their friends… come celebrate! Visit the official Holi Run 2016 website to sign up for the race.
How do I get to Badalona?
Well, that’s about all you need to know. If you were dreading another grey Sunday, now it’s entirely up to you to give it some colour!
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