2026 Oak Ridges Moraine Adventure Relay

Get ready to shine bright, move boldly, and paint the town every colour of the rainbow!

Join us for the YMCA Northumberland's Rainbow Run, a high-energy celebration of movement, inclusion, and Pride — all while raising funds to support the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign and Northumberland Pride.

Plus, new this year, kids 4 & under can have a blast in the Bubble Dash, where they chase Pickles the Unicorn through a short course surrounded by iridescent bubbles!

So, lace up your sneakers and choose between a 2.5 km or 5 km walk or run – either way, it’s all about spreading love, acceptance, well-being and some of that rainbow magic. This event celebrates inclusion, diversity, and healthy living during Pride and Indigenous Month while raising funds to support our community’s wellness.

We warmly invite everyone to join the fun.

Registration: Adults $28.99 / Youth (age 5-14) $12.99 / Kids 4 & under free

The run starts at 10:15am (check-in opens at 9:30am)

As a token of accomplishment, the first 250 registered participants to cross the rainbow finish line will snag themselves a shiny tie-dye finisher medal.

In support of the YMCA Northumberland’s invaluable initiatives that provide a space for everyone to experience wellness, and in support of Northumberland Pride, participants are encouraged to seek donations for the Rainbow Run. If you raise $250 or more, you have the option to get your registration refunded**.

We encourage all attendees to embrace the festive spirit! Let's paint the town with our vibrant hues and celebrate the colours of the rainbow by dressing up in your most vivid and multi-toned outfits! 🎨🌈

So, come one, come all! We can’t wait to spread love and paint the town in a multicoloured rainbow at this epic family and community extravaganza!

Furry friends and strollers are also welcome.

This project has been made possible in part through the ParticipACTION Community Challenge Grant. The Community Challenge is a national physical activity initiative that encourages everyone to get active together throughout June, with Canada’s most active community winning the top prize of $100,000 to go towards local physical activity and sports initiatives.

COURSE:

The event begins at the Cobourg Yacht Club, 100 Hibernia Street, Cobourg. Find the course details, as well as parking options, by scrolling down or clicking here.

EVENT SCHEDULE:

Sunday, June 7 9:30am Cobourg Yacht Club

Open for registration and bib pickup.

Sunday, June 7 10:00am Bubble Dash for ages 4 & under

Sunday, June 7 10:15am 5K Run and 2.5K Run/Walk

Starts.

Sunday, June 7 11:00am - 12:00pm BBQ Lunch offered thanks to the Cobourg Lion's Club

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Important Safety Note: For the safety of all participants, we strongly recommend against wearing iPods or similar audio devices that inhibit your ability to hear surrounding sounds. This is a danger to fellow participants and yourself if you cannot hear directions from a race official, event participant, or emergency vehicle.

**Registration Refunds as a result of donations collected will be provided onsite during the event. Thank you for your support.

Sunday, June 14, 2026.

Sometimes you just feel like running.

The Northumberland Run Forest Run will give you a chance to move your legs through some beautiful forest trails.

You can pick one of 4 options.

You can run The Jenny which is a 4 hour run that happens on a 3K loop. You love the loop so much you visit it again and again and again. Challenge yourself to see how many Jennys you can complete in 4 hours. Each lap will make the trail so familiar you'll feel right at home! You and the trail will go together like peas and carrots.

If you are looking for a different challenge, you can do The Lieutenant Dan. This run explores a wonderful 7.5K loop. You may need some magic legs to help with some of those steep hills. You will run one loop as fast as you can.

We also have the Benjamin Buford Blue, but people just call it The Bubba. A fantastic 9K loop that should get you well acquainted with the forest. You may choose to run this one with your best friend and talk about all the ways you can enjoy a day in the forest. You can run, you can walk, you can stroll, you can ….. The Bubba is a one loop run.

And for no particular reason, you may decide to go for a little longer run. You can complete one loop of the Jenny. And when you get done, you can do a loop of the Lieutenant Dan. And when you finish that, you run the Bubba. And you may figure, since you ran this far, maybe you should run to Lookout Mtn using an out-and-back route for a total of 24.6K. And at the end, you may find yourself pretty tired, but happy to know you just completed The FULL GUMP.

This event is self-supported. Participants are responsible for their own nutrition and water. No marshals are on course. Participants are expected to be self-supported.Participants may wish to carry a cell phone or sounding device (i.e. whistle) to access help if they need to access help. Aid is available at the start area (Location 50 - see map).

For the safety of participants, no dogs are allowed in the race.

If you want to add some extra fun, dress for the occasion in your best Forest Gump inspired attire and you may walk away with the trophy for the Gumpiest person at the run.

Most of the trails (Purple Finch, Black Oak, and Sweet Fern) are free from motorized vehicles. Vehicles have access to some of the trails, such as going up to the Lookout. You may encounter a vehicle, but trail etiquette comes into play. You hear them coming and you just step to the side. Usually a friendly wave is exchanged.

We are unable to offer refunds. There are lots of costs involved in running an event that are paid out before the event occurs and cannot be recouped by the organizers. You may be able to transfer your entry if you inform us within a reasonable amount of time.

Northumberland Run Forest Run happily supports

St. John Ambulance

We are always pleased to be able to make a donation to St. John Ambulance and appreciate their presence and support at our event.

CANADIAN FIRE FIGHTERS MUSEUM CHARITY Walk and RUN!

LACE UP YOUR SNEAKERS AND GEAR UP FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENT ON July 5, 2026, IN COBOURG, ONTARIO.

Get Ready for the

Third Annual Canadian Fire Fighters Museum Charity

Walk and Run!

After a blazing success in our previous events, we're thrilled to ignite the excitement once again.

Choose your challenge:

🔥 5K Run – Push your limits and race to the finish line.

🔥 2.5K Walk or Run – Perfect for families and participants of all ages.

🔥 Bunker Gear Challenge – Step into a firefighter's boots (and bunker gear)

This isn't just a run; it's a celebration of courage and a tribute to the bravery of Canadian firefighters. Every step and every donation supports the Canadian Fire Fighters Museum, helping to preserve the rich history and honor the heroic legacy of these extraordinary individuals.

Join us as we blaze a trail through Cobourg for a cause that matters.

Cool shirts, cool medals, and one hot event await!

Don't miss out – rally your friends, register today, and let's make history together!

See you at the starting line!

Participants will receive a finishers medal and race t-shirt.**

2026 shirt still to be finalized. Image is an approximation of the shirt

Registration Fees:

Early $50, Regular $60, Late $70

Kid Pricing Early Bird $20, Regular $25, Late $30 (13 and under) - Price will adjust when you finish your registration.

Firefighter Pricing 10% Off - Use promo code FIRE10 at the very end of registration of - use only once.

Visit us at https://www.firemuseumcanada.com/

**We will do our best to provide you your chosen race t-shirts size, but shirt sizing and availability is offered as a first registered basis.

Refund Policy:

We are unable to offer refunds. There are lots of costs involved in running an event that are paid out before the event occurs and cannot be recouped by the organizers. You may be able to transfer your entry if you inform us within a reasonable amount of time.

MONARCH ULTRA 10KM

COME FOR THE RUN, STAY FOR THE FESTIVAL!

The fourth annual Monarch Festival & Race is back for 2026! Kicking off the fall season in Peterborough and welcoming participants of all ages & abilities. The Monarch Festival & Race takes place on Saturday, September 19th, combining conservation, education & outdoor activity into one amazing event!

We're back at the stunning Millennium Park in downtown Peterborough, ON. Enjoy a 10km scenic route along the TransCanada Trail and Rotary Trail in East City Peterborough, finishing with a lively and family-friendly Monarch Festival.

Distances offered: 10km & 1km

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