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The 36^th Annual SummerTour will be in Harbor Beach, MI at the North Park Campground (836 N. Huron Avenue, Harbor Beach, MI 48441). We’ll be in Michigan’s thumb. It has cute resort towns, Lake Huron shoreline and good roads. This is a family-friendly five-day bicycle tour.
Last day for partial refunds is June 22, 2026*
Early check-in begins Tuesday, July 21st, 3pm – 8pm
Check-in continues Wednesday, July 22nd, 10 am
Riding July 22 - 26, 2026 – Wednesday to Sunday
30 – 70 miles per day
Hub & Spokes format
Kids are discounted or free
Tent Camping
All other types of camping at an additional charge
4 Breakfasts and 4 Dinners
SAG support
Mechanic – free labor
No Pets allowed on SummerTour (TCBA pet policy)
*Refund requests received on or before Monday, June 22, 2026, will incur a $100.00 cancellation fee per person. Processing fees are non-refundable. No refunds after June 22, 2026.
If Event is Full, please check back at a later date as the event will reopen for registrations if there are cancellations before June 22, 2026.
For more information visit our website at: www.BikeTCBA.org/summertour
For full details read our newsletter at: www.BikeTCBA.org/summertour
THE TIME HAS COME TO SUFFER IN OVALS ONCE AGAIN!
This event is for H+P members only (or friends of H+Pers), is CHIP TIMED this year, and is 100% rankings eligible!
Location: St. Davids High School
Time: 7:00AM
7:00AM- Race chip and kit pick up
7:30am-
o 5000m heat 1(sub 19-ish)
o 5000 heat 2 (19-23)
o 5000m heat 3 (23+)
9:00am- The Mile
8:50am- Wave 1 800m (fast heat)
8:55am- Wave 2 800m (slow heat)
9:15am- 400m backwards race
9:25- 400m WALKING race- ADDED!
9:40am- Elimination Mile Madness
o Fun heat first
o Then competitive women's heat
o Then competitive men's heat
o 800m (timed) - (Big kids, 12 and under)
o 400m (medium kids (6-9ish, not timed, no parents)
o 100m (2-6ish yo, parents welcome)
o 50m (2 and under, parents welcome)
KIDS RACE DETAILS
100% Free for all
Age ranges are to your discretion
All participants will receive a race bib and participant ribbon to make it feel like an official race experience!
Top 3 men and top 3 women will be awarded with medals in the 800m
SUPPORTED BY:
FOOD from MY NEXT KW HOME GROUP.
PRIZES from RUNNERS' CHOICE WATERLOO and BROOKS
TIMING and other stuff from RUN WATERLOO
Wednesday July 29, 2026 First wave at 6:00 p.m. Victoria Park, Kitchener, ON
Run Pure + Simple is our no-bells series of races. These events offer great atmospheres with nothing extra, and are FREE to Run Waterloo members.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or you've never toed the start line of a race, this event is for you! This is the sixth running of this great 1,609 metre event. Most people can walk a mile in 15-20 minutes.
No swag, no food, no awards, just a certified and chiptimed summertime 1 Mile to add to your running schedule.
Online registration is no longer available. If a runner withdraws from the race, we will open up their spot. If you see the number of runners is less than 67, email us at [email protected]. We will award spots on a first come, first served basis. There is no waitlist.
Welcome to the backyard!
We are so incredibly excited and honoured to welcome you to our signature event, the Persistence Backyard Ultra, Ontario's original affiliated backyard ultra.
Do you have enough persistence to push yourself further than you think is possible? Do you have enough persistence to be the Last One Standing? Find out during the 5th edition of the Persistence Backyard Ultra, beginning on August 1st, 2026.
As a bonus for any Ontario runners, the backyard will be taking place on the August long weekend, giving you an extra day to run, or recover. That will lead to less of those "why are you walking like that?" conversations when you go back to work.
The Backyard is for all runners. Past years have seen a number of runners reach new personal bests, completing their first marathon, ultramarathon, or going further than they ever had. How far can you go?
This year's event is once again a Silver Ticket event. This means that our winner receives an automatic entry to compete in the World Team Championship!
We are very proud that the 2022, and 2024 events sent two runners, our winners, Amanda Nelson and Justin Wright, and our assists, Brian Bondy and Francois Decelles, to the World Team Championship.
The Persistence Backyard Ultra is an official affiliated race of Lazarus Lake's Big Dog's Backyard Ultra.
As with all of our events, a portion of each registration will be donated to the Children's Health Foundation in support of children and their families in our community.
Please note, that we will not be maintaining a waitlist this year. The race is capped at 67 participants, if you see the participant number is less than 67, there is a spot for you, grab it before it's gone.
Race Sanctioning
The Persistence Backyard Ultra has always been proudly sanctioned by Athletics Ontario.
The Venue/Course
The backyard will take place at the Eco Park located just outside of the northeast corner of London at 15889 Medway Road in Arva. If you enter Eco Park London into Google Maps, you'll find it (we'll have more specific instructions closer to race day).
Our course will be made up of a smaller circuit, of approximately 3.36 kilometres which you must complete two times consecutively within the hour to make up the required 6.7056 kilometre loop.
You will never be far from Race HQ, so this makes it a great race for those of you who might be unsure of tackling a new distance.
The course is very runnable, consisting of a crushed stone trail, some grass, and a dirtroad.
Please note that the Eco Park is a private facility. Runners are unable access the park to run the course prior to the event (also, the course won't be set up until race day).
You can view the course here (please note, this is an approximation of the course, and there may be slight variations):
https://onthegomap.com/s/au541jhc
The course will start at the green dot on the map. Runners will head west, before going around the pond. They will continue past the start corral, and then complete the rest of the 3.36 km course. After rounding the pond again, they will reenter the start corral and complete the 3.36 km course another time to make up the required distance within the hour.
You can check out some photos of the course on our website:
https://www.persistenceracing.com/persistence-backyard-ultra
Two time winner, Amanda Nelson, stated after her second win that "a national record could be set on this course."
Race Schedule
Runners and crew may set up canopies and other race items the evening prior to the race from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. The gates will not open until 5 p.m., so please don't arrive early. You must leave the park by 7 p.m. No exceptions. There is no camping option the night prior to the race.
Each runner is able to bring a 10 x 10 canopy. Please be mindful of your fellow competitors, and stick to this.
You are also encouraged to pick up your race kits if setting up on Friday evening.
The race will begin at 7 a.m. on August 1st, 2026 and continue until one runner completes one loop more than all other runners (or until no runners can complete one more loop...)
At 5:30 a.m. runners and crew will have access to the park. The gate to the park will not be open until 5:30 a.m. Please do not arrive early, as you will be blocking traffic on Medway Road.
5:30 a.m. - 6:30 a.m. Race day kit pickup.
6:40 a.m. Mandatory race meeting for all runners and crew.
7 a.m. The first loop!
The Rules
By entering this race you are agreeing to all of the official rules of affiliated backyard races as stated in the picture below. It is your responsibility to ensure that your crew is also aware of these rules.
These rules are black and white (as you can see above), there is no grey area open for interpretation. To maintain our affiliation, and allow our runners the chance to qualify, we must adhere strictly to these rules.
In addition to the above rules, we will be limiting each runner to 2 crew members to start the event. As runners are eliminated, they and/or their crew members, may assist other runners between loops. You may switch out crew members during daylight hours.
Due to spacing and safety considerations (the course runs along the only road into and out of the park), spectators are not allowed.
Your race bib must be worn on the front of your body, and remain visible at all times while on the course.
If you are dropping from the event, please inform a race official.
Runners and their crew will be responsible for ensuring they dispose of any garbage/recycling in the provided bins (previous year's participants have set a very high standard in this regard, they were awesome!)
Safety/Gear
Headlamps (or equivalent) will be required after dark for those runners who make it that far. Reflective gear is encouraged.
It will likely be hot during the event, please ensure that you have adequate warm-weather gear and are prepared for any other possible elements, such as, but not limited to, cooler temps, rain, etc.
We will have medical support on site. Medical personnel along with race staff will have the authority to withdraw runners from the event in the event that it is determined that it is unsafe for them to continue.
Please inform race officials before departing the site. If you are driving, please allow adequate rest and recovery before doing so.
Food/Hydration
You are required to bring all of your own food and drinks for the event. There is no potable water on site (the race will provide some hydration options). Crew members must also provide their own hydration and food. There is limited access to electricity onsite if you'd like to boil water. In addition there will be access to a bbq for food preparation.
Due to park regulations, there is no alcohol permitted onsite.
Camping/Shelters etc.
You are allowed to bring your own shelters. In addition, there is a covered pavilion (concrete pad) near the start/finish area which may be utilized.
Spots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. As the race progresses, and runners are eliminated, we ask that eliminated runners move their camps further back from the start corral to allow remaining runners to have those spots. Eliminated runners/crew are welcome, and encouraged to stay to cheer on/support remaining competitors (within the stated rules of course!), and to have fun.
Timing
There will be no timing. That's what you have that fancy watch for! You are either back at race HQ before the hour expires or you're not. Simple. Whether you get there in 39 minutes, or 59 minutes, is irrelevant.
Swag/Prizes
Each runner will receive an awesome commemorative hoodie so you can brag to all of your friends about that time you ran a backyard ultra! We can confidently state that this may be the most comfortable race hoodie you will ever own. You can also use it as a pillow when you curl up in the fetal position after your 17th loop!
The winner will receive some prizes courtesy of Persistence Racing and our sponsors. Most importantly, the winner will receive the coveted Laz Jacket (think the Masters green jacket only way cooler and far more prestigious) and the silver coin.
In addition, the winner will receive a free entry to next year's Persistence Backyard. We will also provide the winner with $250 to assist with their trip to represent Canada***
To be paid once the winner provides proof of booked travel. If the winner does not go to the event, this money will not be awarded
Photos
If you're running for that long, we can probably get some pictures of you. Eventually, you will be moving pretty slowly, so it should be easy. We will give them to you for free, because, even though you might not like us when you are on your 27th loop, we will still like you.
Refund Policy
There are no refunds for this event. However, life happens. Work trouble, running injuries, a bad paper cut, we get it. If you have to withdraw from the event by June 17th, 2026 we will give you a 100% race credit for a future Persistence race.***
There are no bib transfers.
If you need to withdraw after June 17th you will receive a 50% race credit. Sorry, but by then we will have already paid for your stuff, and the resale market for unclaimed race hoodies is unfavourable.
race credits will be minus taxes, fees, and donations
Past Results
2022
Last One Standing: Amanda Nelson 33 loops (silver ticket)
Assist: Brian Bondy
2023
Last One Standing: Amanda Nelson 32 loops
Assist: Jean-Gabriel Gagnon
2024
Last One Standing: Justin Wright 47 loops (silver ticket)
Assist: Francois Decelles
2025
Last One Standing: Michael Rouleau 43 loops
Assist: Amanda Nelson
Other
If you're on Facebook, be sure to join the Persistence Backyard Ultra Facebook group (there is a tab at the top of this page).
This race is shaping up to be one incredible adventure. Whether you are trying to reach a new distance goal, or trying to win the event, we are going to support you, you are going to crush it, and we are all going to have one awesome weekend (and beyond???)!
We will have more information for you closer to race day in our detailed race guide. Thanks for being a part of the backyard!
"Welcome to the backyard family."
-Laz
please note that the above information is subject to change(we will advise of any notable changes)
Other Races
Be sure to check out all of our Persistence races here.
50 km’s, 8 sections, 4 runners, 1 team, 1 vehicle.
Join us for the 5th Annual Barley's Broken Rail Relay, where we’ll run from North London to the epic finish line at Broken Rail Brewery in St. Mary’s - Ragnar style!
Grab a team of four friends and get ready for an exciting relay race that combines trails, roads, and plenty of camaraderie. As one teammate runs their leg, the others drive to the next transition point - hydrating, snacking, cranking the tunes, and cheering on your fellow runners.
At least one runner from each team will be on the course running their section, with a maximum of 2 runners per team per section.
Ideally each runner will run two sections with the sections varying between road and trail throughout the run. Sections vary in length from 4.5-9km. New this year, we have Precision Fuel & Hydration providing all runners with nutrition on the course to keep you feeling strong all day long!
At the finish, celebrate your accomplishment with a cold beer, delicious food, and great company at the brewery.
To celebrate our 5th edition of this event, each participant will receive a limited edition BBRR T-Shirt from New Balance!
All profits from the event go to Ronald McDonald House Charities, helping families with seriously ill children stay together during tough times. It’s an unforgettable day of running, community, and giving back that you won’t want to miss!
Are you feeling philanthropic? Between now and race day, each team is encouraged (not mandatory) to raise even more money for Ronald McDonald House, with the top fundraising team being outfitted in their next running kit - furnished by our amazing New Balance family!
Spots are limited to 30 teams!
Please designate your team captain to register via the "Team Captain Registration" link. The captain will be required to create the team name. The other 3 individuals will use the "Non-Captain Registration" link and select their team name from the drop-down menu.
With this being a unique event concept, Scott Goodyear will be in touch with all team captains well in advance of the event, to go over the route, finer details, and answer any questions related to the day.
Storm the Beach is a 5k run / 2 mile walk along the beautiful shores of Lake Huron in Harbor Beach, Michigan. This out and back race includes a short portion of the course run on the harbor break wall.
Age Groups: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ This race is chip timed.
Race day registration and packet pick up starts at 7 am and continues until 8:15 am. Race day registration is $30.
We are proud to announce that this event is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario.
We are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with La Sportiva for our events this year. Not only will La Sportiva be at our races with their demo fleet of shoes to try but they will also be giving away 2 pairs of shoes!
We are also now working with a new, LOCAL, nutrition company called THN Labs. They are generously providing each runner with gels in their race kit as well as gels available at our aid stations. The gels contain only 4 ingredients: maple syrup, tahini, sea salt, and rowanberry extract. For more information on the product, click on their logo below:
Run the Full Marathon on the Saturday or the Half Marathon on the Sunday!!!
Or register for THE BRUCE DEUCE and run them both!!!
In addition to 2 medals, finishers of The Bruce Deuce will receive an additional race souvenir.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS FOR THE 2026 EVENT
We are very excited to be able to offer a unique trail racing event on the Beaver Valley Section of the Bruce Trail. The race is named the Falling Water Marathon after the Falling Water section of the Beaver Valley Bruce Trail that participants will get to enjoy. It's not a fast course and it will almost certainly be the most challenging marathon you will ever run but the views will be spectacular!
This course is not meant for beginners. Although there are not any specific qualifying standards for this event, runners should definitely have experience running on trails. Every single year that we have hosted this event, we hear from A LOT of participants "that was harder than I expected!" The course is rocky, rooty, and very hilly. Aid stations will be further apart than many of our other events, due to the challenging terrain and limited access points. Although it is a "marathon", it is not a Boston Qualifier and if that irritates you, this probably isn't the race for you! Seriously, this race is tough. There will be waterfalls, steep climbs, and incredible views. The scenery will make the challenge worth it!
Please note all Happy Trails Racing events are cup-less so you will need to have a collapsible cup or bottle to fill at the aid stations.
Registration:
In order to maximize the runner's experience and protect the trails, we are limiting the race to only 100 participants in each distance - the trail marathon (approximately 42km) and the trail half marathon (approximately 21km). This race typically sells out fairly quickly. To be fair, we will not hold spots for anybody. Also, please note that we don't have waitlists. If spots open up they will be available on Race Roster so check back occasionally.
Note: The Marathon will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 9:00am and the Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 9:00am.
We will be donating $20 of every registration to the Beaver Valley Bruce Trail Club. Thank you for your support!
This donation will go directly to the Bruce Trail Club, without which, this event would not happen.
Race Details:
Marathon:
It's tough. Like, really tough.
This course has nearly 1600m of elevation gain and another 1600m of elevation loss. There are a few big climbs that will be difficult but it's the hundreds of little rollers that will break you down! Poles are permitted.
Click here for the Marathon Course GPX File.
Almost all of the race takes place on the Main Trail of the Bruce Trail (except for the trail crossovers and the newly added Kimberley Side Trail at the very end of the race). The course is permanently marked with blue blazes on the crossover trails and white blazes for the rest of the course (runners absolutely MUST have an understanding of how to follow blazes). We will further mark the course with orange flags and ribbons. Our markings will be done sparingly but we will do our very best to clearly mark all important turns. When in doubt, follow the white blazes!
The race will start and finish at the Beaver Valley Ski Club. Runners will make their first crossing through the valley (East bound). This section, which takes place on the crossover trail (blue blazes) will have participants tackling one of the most challenging climbs of the day right at the start of the race. Runners will then head South and cross back to the West side via Campbell's Hill and Graham's Hill. This will involve a run down (about 1k) to the low-point of the valley followed by a LONG climb back up the other side. This climb is approximately 1.5k long and is tough. Oh yeah, marathon runners are going to have to complete the climb again towards the end of the race! It is runnable, but only if you are a black-belt hill ninja- It is on road (quite rough and sketchy road, however) so that makes it a bit easier, right?
Runners will then head South all the way to the Southern-most point of the course, just beyond Hogg's Falls. Runners will then head North past the beautiful Eugenia Falls (bring a camera, if you can) all the way back to that dreaded Campbell's Hill/Graham's Hill crossing, which they will do again. Once runners are back on the West-side of the valley, they will venture back North to the Beaver Valley Ski Club. Once you make your way up, up, up, up to the very top, you will run along the top section of the ski hill and onto some rolling single-track trail. You will run all the way to a road, where you will turn around. From this point, the final 4-5km are MOSTLY flat/downhill. Easy peasy.
Half Marathon:
The Half Marathon course is much more than HALF of the marathon! It contains the 2 most challenging sections from the full marathon and has close to 1000m of elevation gain.
The race will start and finish at the Beaver Valley Ski Club. Runners will make their first crossing through the valley (East bound). This section, which takes place on the crossover trail (blue blazes) will have participants tackling one of the most challenging climbs of the day right at the start of the race. Runners will then head South and cross back to the West side via Campbell's Hill and Graham's Hill. This will involve a run down (about 1k) to the low-point of the valley followed by a LONG climb back up the other side. This climb is approximately 1.5k long and is tough.
Once runners are back on the West-side of the valley, they will venture back North to the Beaver Valley Ski Club. Once you make your way up, up, up, up to the very top, you will run along the top section of the ski hill and onto some rolling single-track trail. You will run all the way to a road, where you will turn around. From this point, the final 4-5km are MOSTLY flat/downhill. Easy peasy.
Please note that the 1/2 marathon contains almost all of the big climbs from the full marathon and, therefore, is far more than "half as challenging". It's a beast.
Make a Weekend of it!
Although the Beaver Valley Bruce Trail section is a great reason to visit the area, the surrounding towns are what initially drew us to the area. There are a lot of Airbnb options in the area and cottages that can be rented as well. There is a 'tiny house' that we often rent that has the most unbelievable view and the owner (Brenda) is an incredibly gracious host. There are other great places as well. In fact, last year we were able to rent a cottage at the Beaver Valley Ski Club and spend the weekend just steps from the starting line. Make sure you stop by the Kimberley General Store for some pastries, coffee, and really cool souvenirs. Top of the Rock is a great place to grab groceries (LCBO inside as well), baked goods, produce, and hot food. Our favourite place to eat is definitely Justin's Oven. Amazing!
Race Cut-off:
Because of the difficulty of this course, the cut-off time for the marathon will be 11 hours. There will be a rolling cutoff in effect as follows:
Aid Station #1 (approximately 8.5 km): 2hrs 15mins (11:15am). This section is amongst the most challenging.
Aid Station #2 (approximately 15 km): 4hrs 15mins (1:15pm)
Aid Station #3 (approximately 25 km): 6hrs (3:00pm)
Aid Station #4 (approximately 31 km): 8hrs (5:00pm)
Aid Station #5 (approximately 39 km): 9hrs 45 mins (6:45)
Finish (approximately 42.2km): 11hrs (8:00pm)
The cutoff for the half marathon is 5.5 hours (2:30pm).
Race Swag:
This year, we are switching it up a bit. In the past years, we have given out backpacks and duffel bags. However, this race tends to bring back A LOT of repeat runners (many of whom now have a collection of Falling Water bags). For that reason, this year, for the first time, we will be providing a race shirt.
Post Race Food:
We understand that people have different dietary restrictions, needs, and preferences. Because of this, rather than include the cost of a post-race meal that you may or may not enjoy/ be able to eat, we do not include meals in our race registration fees. We suggest checking out one of the great eateries in the area or bringing your own stuff. We will have snacks available at the finish line, just not an actual meal.
Refund Policy:
Happy Trails Racing has a great policy regarding race refunds/transfers: register with confidence knowing that you can take advantage of our early bird pricing and, if you need to back out, you can do so up to 30 days before the race with a 100% race credit that can go towards any future Happy Trails event. It doesn't expire. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate cancellations within 30 days of the race. However, participants are welcome to transfer their bib to someone else without any penalty. Please keep in mind that everything we need to order to have you at our race is done so at least 30 days out.
Gran Fondo Lake Huron
Presented by Bruce Power & Suppliers
August 15th, 2026
Gran Fondo Lake Huron presented by Bruce Power and Suppliers is a fully supported fundraising cycling event taking place Saturday, August 15, 2026. When you register, everything is in place so you can focus on what matters most, riding for healthcare close to home.
Your registration includes:
• Easy to use fundraising tools, guidance, and ongoing support
• Fully stocked nutrition and hydration rest stops along the route
• On course mechanical support
• A hot BBQ catered lunch and one complimentary beer, with additional beer available for purchase
• An official Gran Fondo Lake Huron event t shirt
• Awards and prizes that celebrate your fundraising impact
This support is intentional. It allows you to ride with purpose, knowing your effort is helping advance care at your local hospital and across the Brightshores Health System region.
Care starts here. You make it move.
100% of every rider raised dollar goes directly toward the fundraising initiatives, supporting care for patients and families across our community and the Brightshores Health System region.
The 4th Annual ENDURrun Sport 80 KM
8 DAYS - 8 STAGES - 80 KM
Join us for an amazing week, August 9 - 16, 2026
Schedule of Events:
Stage 0 - Saturday August 8 - 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Social/Kit pick up/Pre-race Meeting, 2 Weberlyn Cres, Conestogo, ON
Stage 1 - Sunday August 9 - 8:00 a.m. - 10 KM, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON - 2 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=939933
Stage 2 - Monday August 10 - 8:00 a.m. - 7.5 KM Time Trial, Riverbluffs Park, 251 George Street, Cambridge, ON - Out and back on this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=939935
Stage 3 - Tuesday August 11 - 8:00 a.m. - 5 KM Cross Country Run, Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd, Cambridge, ON - 1 loop of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=916905
Stage 4 - Tuesday August 11 - 9:00 a.m. - 10 KM Cross Country Run, Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd, Cambridge, ON - 2 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=916905
Stage 5 - Wednesday August 12 - 6:00 p.m. - 5 Mile Hill Run, Walter Bean Trail, (park in the Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty parking lot at 508 Riverbend Dr), Kitchener, ON - 2 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=942256
Stage 6 - Thursday August 13 - 5:00 p.m. - 13.4 KM Technical Trail Run, Baden Hills, 2733 Sandhills Rd, Wilmot, ON - 5 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=918834
Stage 7 - Saturday August 15 - 9:00 a.m. - 5 KM Track Race, St David Catholic Secondary School, 4 High St, Waterloo, ON - 12.5 laps of the track - 2 or 3 heats, fastest heat first based on cumulative time to this Stage
Stage 8 - Sunday August 16 - 7:00 a.m. - Half Marathon, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON - 3 loops of this course route (small course change from 2023) https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=966264
Are you an Ultimate or Sport Alumni?
Please register and use Promo Code ERALUMNI to receive a $25 discount off the current entry fee.
2026 ENDURrun Ultimate Registration is open.
The 21st ENDURrun
8 DAYS - 7 STAGES - 160 KM - 1 TOUGH RUNNER
The Ultimate test of running.
Join us for an unforgettable week, August 9-16, 2026.
Schedule of Events:
Stage 0 - Saturday August 8 - 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Optional Social/Kit pickup/Pre-Race Meeting, 2 Weberlyn Cres, Conestogo, ON
Stage 1 - Sunday August 9- 8:00 a.m. - Half Marathon, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON - 3 loops of this course route (small course change from 2023) https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=966264
Stage 2 - Monday August 10 - 8:00 a.m. - 15 KM Time Trial, Riverbluffs Park, 251 George Street, Cambridge, ON - Out and back on this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=941128
Stage 3 - Tuesday August 11 - 8:00 a.m. - 30 KM Cross Country Run, Shade's Mills Conservation Area, 450 Avenue Rd, Cambridge, ON - 6 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=916905
Stage 4 - Wednesday August 12 - 6:00 p.m. - 10 Mile Hill Run, Walter Bean Trail, (park in the Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty parking lot at 508 Riverbend Dr), Kitchener, ON - 4 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=942256
Stage 5 - Friday August 14 - 8:00 a.m. - 25.6 KM Technical Trail Run, Baden Hills, 2733 Sandhills Rd, Wilmot, ON - 10 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=907525
Stage 6 - Saturday August 15 - 7:00 a.m. - 10 KM Time Trial, St David Catholic Secondary School, 4 High St, Waterloo, ON - 25 laps of the track - 2 or 3 heats, fastest heat first based on cumulative time to this Stage
Stage 7 - Sunday August 16 - 7:00 a.m. - Marathon, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON - 5 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=916447 Note: 7:00 a.m. is the main start time, for those participants expecting to run under 4:30. For those participants expecting to run slower than 4:30, you must start at the early start time at 5:30 a.m. This course is a BQ, course certification number ON-2022-018-PTBA.
Have you never participated in the Ultimate before and are under 25 years of age? Please contact us about a $250 entry fee discount program. Two discounts are available on a first come basis.
The 4th and newest addition to the Subaru Triathlon Series, now in it's 5th year. The event has both sprint and olympic distances available, and will have Olympic (standard) qualifying spots for World's in 2027!
The South Huron Trail Run is returning with the latest and greatest. This race provides a unique opportunity for beginner and experienced runners to enjoy a trail run though a variety of wooded environments, along a scenic river valley, and two amazing bridge crossings. There will be an 8k run which will cross the Jones Bridge, and a 3.25 run/walk which will cross the Lions bridge and the Stirling bridge.
All proceeds will go to The Friends of the Trail for future trail maintenance.
Grey Highlands Gran Fondo
2026 Grey Highlands Gran Fondo starts and finishes in the town of Markdale. Routes meander through beautiful Grey Highlands, passing through Walter’s Falls, Bognor, Meaford, Thornbury, and the picturesque Beaver Valley.
Our 26k and 53k routes are beginner- and intermediate-friendly, while the 73k and 120k routes are designed to challenge more experienced riders. All routes feature quiet rural roads, rolling terrain and spectacular views at every turn! Grey Highlands truly is a cyclist’s paradise!
Want to participate as a family? Try our new 2k Family Ride/ Roll.
Interested in a bit of a challenge? Participate in our KING OF THE MOUNTAIN or QUEEN OF THE MOUNTAIN contest on both the 77K and 124K
This event is sanctioned by Ontario Cycling and is limited to 500 riders, so register early! Enjoy a great day on the bike and help raise funds to equip the Brighthshores Markdale Hospital.
Lakeside
Triathlon - Duathlon - Kids of Steel
Come and Discover Lakeside!
One of our most longstanding events in a place that you've probably never heard of! Nestled in rural Oxford County just south of St. Mary's and surrounding Lake Sunova, Lakeside is truly a gem.
The water in Lake Sunova stays clean and clear all year rounds being a spring-feed lake.
Other Details
A Treed Transition Area that right next to the Swim and Bike
Parking is available just 200m from the Venue
Registration, Food, Awards, and Finish Line all close by each other
Great view opportunities for spectators
Sunday September 13, 2026 9:30 a.m. Bechtel Park, Waterloo, ON
Run Pure + Simple is our no-bells series of races. These events offer great atmospheres with nothing extra, and are FREE to Run Waterloo members.
This is a two-loop trail 5k.
No swag, no food, no awards, just a certified and chiptimed 5k to get your fall into gear.
13th Anniversary, please join us!
Saturday September 19, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. Race Start
Kiwanis Park, 1000 Kiwanis Park Drive, Kitchener, Ontario
#KWRun4Kids
Through individual pledges and participation, and through the support of many generous corporate sponsors, The Kitchener Kids with Cancer Run has become a successful annual fundraising event. It is our objective to organize a fun, safe and healthy athletic event for the citizens of Waterloo Region and beyond, while maintaining a community responsibility to local charitable organizations and their causes.
With your entry, you will help us reach our objective.
HIGHLIGHTS
13th year of Family, Fitness, Friendship, Fundraising and Fun
Free technical t-shirt to the first 700 registrants
Finisher medal to all finishers
Kids welcome - 12 and under save 10% on 5k and 20% on 10k entries
Kids 200m Run for kids age 7 and under (details below)
Explore all historical results and records at results.runwaterloo.com
POST RACE: pledge prizes, refreshments and musical entertainment
Run Waterloo: inspiring community through running.
Join us for the Faculty of Health Fun Run!
As one of the longest-standing traditions at the University of Waterloo, participants have the option of completing a 2.5 km or 5 km run, jog, walk or however you chose to move!
Saturday September 19, 2026
8:00 a.m. Check-in Opens
9:30 a.m. Race Start Time
10:30 a.m. Awards, Prizes and After Party
About the event
Held on the morning of Homecoming, the Fun Run will occur rain or shine. The event is open to faculty, staff, alumni, students, families with strollers and community members of all ages. This is a fully accessible event.
Participants are encouraged to have fun - join a team, wear costumes, etc. for a chance to win prizes. Music, games and the official warm-up will also add to the fun!
The event will include chip timing and results will be posted online. For the 5KM run it can be used as part of an official race in the running community.
Supporting the Faculty of Health
This year’s event will help support the University’s ambitious Healthy Waterloo initiative. By harnessing our campus community as a “living lab,” we will focus on creating, testing and implementing preventative health solutions that inspire enhanced quality of life for all individuals, communities, and populations.
Online registration opens April 1st, 2026
The Kincardine 7K Trail Challenge is an annual community trail race held in Kincardine, Ontario. The event welcomes both runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, offering a scenic and moderately challenging 7-kilometre course through the town’s trail system.
The race begins and ends at Station Beach, taking participants through a variety of natural landscapes, including forested paths, riverside sections, and park trails. The route incorporates multiple trail segments such as the Pink, Green, Red, and Geddes Park trails and features hills, bridges, and views of Lake Huron, creating a dynamic and engaging experience for participants.
Saturday, September 19th with a 10:00 a.m. start time, the event includes chip timing for accurate results.
West Shore Clothing and Surf Shoppe is our main sponsor providing prizes for top finishers in all age categories as well as all children under the age of 12.
2025 race results available here:
https://chiptimeresults.com/race-results/
1K Family Run/Walk | 5K Walk | 5K Run | 10K Run | Half Marathon Run