5k Race for Plates (StockTheSummer.ca)

Get ready for an energizing, feel-good morning by the water! 🌊☀️

Join us on August 15th for an unforgettable 1K or 5K run/walk along the scenic Whitby Waterfront. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just soaking in the views, this is your chance to move, connect, and make a difference, all starting and finishing at the stunning Heydenshore Park.

Even better? Every step you take helps support the Ontario Shores Foundation, funding vital mental health programs and raising awareness right here in Durham Region. 💙

Event Details:

🏁 1K Start: 9:00 AM

🏁 5K Start: 9:30 AM

Race Kit Pick-Up:

📍 Orangetheory Whitby:

• August 13: 10 AM – 8 PM

• August 14: 10 AM – 6 PM

⏰ Important: Registration closes August 13 at midnight—spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Lace up, bring your energy, and be part of something meaningful. Let’s hit the waterfront together! 🏃‍♀️🎉

Ajax Waterfront Race

Sunday October 4, 2026

Join us for a memorable day at the Ajax Waterfront as we celebrate our second year of bringing the community together for a fun and inclusive running event. Whether you’re gearing up for a fall marathon, looking for a practice run, or simply wanting to enjoy a day out with family and friends, our Kids 1km, 5km, and 15km races offer something for everyone. Enjoy the beautiful scenery, feel the community spirit, and make lasting memories as we run together once again.

2026 Santa Shuffle Whitby

Fun Run & Elf Walk

The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle is a national fundraising event supporting the local work of The Salvation Army in communities across Canada.

By registering for the Whitby Santa Shuffle, you are joining a community of participants and fundraisers helping provide food, shelter, and hope to individuals and families facing hardship.

As a Santa Shuffler, your registration includes:

• A race bib.

• A one-of-a-kind finisher's medal and Christmas Tree Ornament to celebrate your achievement!

• Tons of fun with friends, family, and the entire community!

• An opportunity to fundraise for your local Salvation Army, with every dollar raised helping to ensure practical assistance and compassionate support are available in your community.

New for 2026: Be a Holiday Hope Champion!

When you take part in The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle and become a fundraiser, you become a Holiday Hope Champion as you help raise funds to support the vital work of The Salvation Army in your community.

To thank participants for their fundraising efforts and early support, a number of limited-edition items are available:

• Be among the first 2,000 participants across Canada to make a $50 donation during registration

Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle Buff/Neck Gaiter

• Raise $150 or more (youth: $100 or more)

Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle Toque

• Be among the first 500 participants across Canada to raise $500 or more

Receive a limited edition 2026 Santa Shuffle Hoodie

These items recognize the meaningful difference you are making. Every dollar raised helps provide food, shelter, and practical support to individuals and families facing hardship.

Please note: Donors will receive a donation confirmation when supporting the charity online, and The Salvation Army will be issuing official tax receipts for donations over $20.

Simplified Registration for 2026

We’ve made registering for The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle easier than ever this year.

For 2026, there is one simple registration option for everyone:

"Individual – 5K Fun Run / 1K Elf Walk"

Whether you plan to run or walk, all participants register through a single, streamlined process — making it quicker and easier to sign up and get started.

To ensure the event remains accessible to everyone, discounts are automatically applied at checkout:

• Youth (18 and under) and Seniors (65+) receive $10 off registration

• Group registrations receive:

• 10% off per registration for groups of 4–9 participants

• 15% off per registration for groups of 10 or more participants

No codes are required, and all eligible discounts are applied automatically when you register.

New Year's Run - Whitby

Start the new year off right, feeling fit and energized, with Running Room's annual New Year's Run! Kick-start your active lifestyle with this long-standing tradition. Held in various locations across the country, this annual race encourages everyone to begin the year with a focus on fitness. Lace up your running shoes, join the community, and take a step towards a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Join us, whether you are a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to party with family and friends.

The Running Room events team is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting in-person events in select cities this year. If you can't attend in person, don't worry: we also offer a virtual option.