Pictured with Healthy Harold is the Chair of Life Ed NSW, Ken Keith OAM.
Parkes is set to come alive with colour as the Healthy Harold Colour Run returns, with local community groups, sporting clubs, health services and businesses invited to get involved.
Stallholder expressions of interest are open for the free, family-friendly event, taking place on Wednesday 20th May 2026 from 3.30pm to 5.00pm at Keast Park, Hooley Street, Parkes.
The Colour Run forms part of the Healthy Harold Parkes Festival of Health, a twoweek initiative promoting positive health and wellbeing across the region.
“We know Parkes has an incredible network of community organisations and health services,” said Ken Keith OAM, Chair of Life Ed NSW and former Mayor of Parkes. “The Colour Run is a great opportunity for local groups to connect with families, showcase their services, and be part of a fun event that celebrates community pride.”
The festival coincides with visits from Life Ed NSW’s specialist health educators, with more than 1,500 local children taking part in the Life Ed program at their school or early learning centre, exploring topics including nutrition, cybersafety, respectful relationships and drug and alcohol education.
The Colour Run has previously attracted hundreds of locals who walked, ran and danced through clouds of colourful powder while exploring interactive stalls hosted by community organisations. These stalls sparked conversations about health and wellbeing, while families discovered local services and support programs.
“Events like the Colour Run highlight the strength of community partnerships,” Terese Hooper, CEO of Life Ed NSW said.
“When local organisations come togeth
er, we create meaningful opportunities to support the health and wellbeing of families across Parkes.”
Local organisations interested in hosting a stall, activity or interactive display are encouraged to get involved. To express interest or find out more, visit https://go.lifeed.org.au/FOH2026 or email nsw@lifeed.org.au