The streets of Bridgetown will transform into a vibrant spectacle of color and community spirit this Sunday as Harrison College hosts its fifth annual Colourmania 5K Run and Walk. This unique event combines physical activity with carnival-style festivities while generating crucial funding for educational enhancements.
Organizers describe the occasion as a ‘FUN-raising’ initiative designed to merge health consciousness with charitable giving. The projected participation of 900 attendees will directly support technological upgrades at the historic institution, particularly the modernization of computer laboratory facilities. Event coordinator and alumnus Patrick Salt Bellamy detailed an immersive route through the city culminating in Harrison College’s main field, where participants will encounter an array of entertainment stations including obstacle courses, inflatable attractions, and traditional games like hopscotch.
Principal Kaylene Kellman-Holder emphasized the event’s significance in building bridges between generations of students, noting: ‘This helps deepen connections between our alumni and current scholars. I want to dispel the notion that Harrison College is solely focused on academics—we are an institution of holistic excellence.’
The administration identifies technology infrastructure as a pressing priority, with the Old Harrisonian Society spearheading efforts to refurbish IT labs that form the ‘bedrock of contemporary learning.’ Beyond fundraising objectives, the event promotes community wellness by encouraging physical activity to combat non-communicable diseases prevalent throughout Barbados. Organizers explicitly welcome participants from all backgrounds, positioning the colorful happening as an inclusive celebration benefiting broader societal health and educational advancement.