Beamsville Bench 5K

Come one come all

to the 4th annual

CANAQUA SPORTS MID-SUMMER CLASSIC

Date - August 2, 2026

NEW Location

Welland Community Boathouse

Come and enjoy the unique aspects of this northern section of the Welland Recreational Canal...The same location as our June event, with some exciting changes

Also new this year, we have brought back the

Mudskipper SwimRun - Welland

and have added the first ever

Midsummer Trailrun

a 5K and 10K event along the shores of the Welland Canal

At Canaqua Sports, our goal has always been to host great events in exceptional locations. The Welland Community Boathouse is a unique location that brings the country into the city. This beautiful section of the Welland Recreational Canal is the perfect place for our Mid-Summer Classic Event

Midsummer Open Water Swim

Come and join us in the beautiful Welland Recreational Canal and pick your distance. Choose from our 2.0K, 4K and 10K distances

• Course: The course will be a 2.0 km loop. All swimmers will do 1, 2, or 5 loops depending on their chosen distance.

• The Mid-Summer Open Water Swim is open to swimmers of all ages 12 and up. We invite all those interested to join us and enjoy a great swim at this fantastic venue.

Mudskipper Midsummer SwimRun Challenge

Yes, its Back for 2026. We are very excited to bring back Mudskipper SwimRun Welland as part of our Mid-Summer Classic. Similar to the swimrun we do in June, this race includes 3K of swimming and 8K of running over 5 stages. A great distance for those looking to give swimrun a try for the first time, and for those who prefer a shorter, faster race!

NEW FOR 2026 is our Midsummer SwimRun Relay.

One person runs, and one person swims—a new type of swimrun. Grab a partner and give it a try.

Midsummer Trailrun

New to the Midsummer Classic, Run 1 or 2 laps of our 5k course along the beautiful Welland Recreational Canal.

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We're back for year two!

Ramblers Run is a fitness forward, family friendly event among the vines at Palatine Hills Estate Winery. Walk with the family, run solo, or stroll with your dog—this race is all about movement, community and celebration.

Race Day Schedule:

8:30 AM – Registration Opens

10:00 AM – 1.25 KM Family Fun Run/Walk

10:30 AM – 5 KM Race (timed)

11:00 AM – Food & Beverage Vendors Open

11:30 AM – 1.25 KM Dog Walk

11:45 AM – Winners Announced

3:00 PM - Event closes

*Please note:

The 1.25km run is a fun run and is untimed. The 5km race is timed- bib pick up available on the day of the event at the registration table. Gift bag included in 1.25km and 5km runs only.

Choose Your Run:

• 1.25 KM Family Fun Run/Walk– Great for kids, seniors, and casual walkers

• 5 KM Race (timed) – For runners, joggers, and the competitively curious with overall Men’s and Women’s winner prizes, plus prizes for top youth finishers.

• 1.25 KM Dog Walk – Bring your pup along for the fun

Prizes and Perks:

Every participant receives:

• A glass of Palatine Hills wine

• A pair of custom Ramblers Run socks

• Access to post-race food, drinks and live music

• Non-alcoholic options available for participants under 19

5 KM Race Awards:

Prizes will consist of gift baskets from the winery & local vendors.

Winners’ names will also be engraved on the Ramblers trophy displayed at the winery.

• Overall first winner prizes for Men’s and Women’s divisions

• Medals for 2nd and 3rd place Men’s and Women’s finishers

• Youth category (Under 10) with a 1st place prize

• Medals for 2nd and 3rd place youth finishers

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What's Included: --- * Finisher's Medal * Barrelman Hat * T-Shirt * Free Photos * Bib, Race Tattoos, Stickers, Wristband, Gear Bags * Professional Timing * Post-Race Food * Age Group Awards (See Website HERE for more info) * Live Music A point-to-point triathlon starting in a world class swim venue at the Welland International Flatwater Centre. Enjoy a single loop swim with calm waters as you run directly up the Grandstands into the transition area. The Half Bike Course contains two loops along the well paved Niagara Parkway with closed roads for nearly 64km. The Olympic Bike Course features 25km of closed roads - A first for any race in Ontario! The run course is relatively flat and fast with a couple of challenging hills. Click HERE for a full list of course updates before Race Weekend. --- Please note, Triathlon Ontario Fees (if applicable) will be added to the total prior to cart check-out. The prices below include mandatory processing fees automatically added to the base price of each

sub-event. To review the base price of the sub-event you wish to choose, please visit our website HERE.

RUN FOR THE GRAPES

HALF-MARATHON & 5K

Set in the heart of wine country at the Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery in Jordan, this race offers breathtaking vineyard views and a unique opportunity to enjoy the blend of fitness and fine wine.

All participants of age will receive 1 free tasteful glass of Sue-Ann Staff wine following their finish.

Register by midnight on September 17th to claim your free race shirt with your registration.

To register for four (4) series races and receive a discount, visit the following page: Click Here