Shoppers Drug Mart® Run for Women - Whitby 2026

5k Race for Plates (StockTheSummer.ca)

Step by step, we fill the plates

About the race:

• A scenic 5k race along the Whitby Heydenshore waterfront trail

• Fast and flat course

• Free race photos included

• Beautiful finisher medal

• Professionally timed by Speed River Timing

Donations:

• Our 2025 food collection totaled the equivalent of 567 meals.

• Participants are asked to bring non-perishable food items to support local food banks!

• Your donation helps us keep the event affordable and accessible to everyone: Click here to donate!

Prizes:

Thanks to a partnership with Sunset Grill (185 Consumers Dr, Whitby), we are proud to announce $100, $50, & $25 gift cards for our male and female podium finishers!

For the first time ever, we are debuting a children's category! Based on previous demand and wanting to encourage more families to participate together, children 12 and under will compete in their own boys and girls categories, complete with a prize for the winners!

From our sponsors:

• free pancake from Sunset Grill (185 Consumers Dr, Whitby)

• energy gels from Sun River Honey

• kombucha drinks from Gutsy Drinks

• sugar-free sports drinks from BioSteel

Age discount: We are offering a 30% discount for children 12 and under.

Race Start Time: 8:30 AM

Event Address: Kiwanis Heydenshore Park, 589 Water St, Whitby, ON

Weather:

The race will happen rain or shine, we only cancel in the event of extreme conditions. Please plan according to the weather on race day.

Race Kit Pickup:

Race kits and bibs must be picked up before lining up at the starting line.

Parking:

Free parking available.

Strava:

Click here to Join our Strava Community and connect with local runners.

More details:

For past years' results and photos, please visit our website: www.stockthesummer.ca

Saturday August 1, 2026 / 8:30 A.M. / Whitby ON

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.

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.