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.
Race Date: Friday, October 23rd, 2026
Registration Open: May 1st, 2026 at Midnight
Please note registrations after September 22nd will not be guaranteed a t-shirt. Limited quantities will be available for late registrations.
Race Info:
The Night Thing 2026 is a trail race event put on by Race Huron, that takes place along the Maitland Trail, starting at the Auburn Riverside Retreat in Auburn, Ontario.
A 7K, for anyone looking to try a trail race for the first time, and challenging enough for seasoned trail runners to enjoy.
The 12 K starts at 7:00pm at The Auburn Riverside Retreat
The 7K starts at 7:20pm at The Auburn Riverside Retreat. Please be there 30 min prior to your race start time to check in and get your shirt.
Bring a Headlamp, you are running in darkness