7 walking events in Windsor, Ontario
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7 events in Windsor-
Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
SPRING THAW 2026
Spring Thaw 2026 will take place on Sunday, April 12th at Running Factory Wyandotte on a closed road course along Riverside Drive!
Participants have their choice of a 5km Run/Walk and Kid's Race options of 1km and 200m Dash.
Running strollers permitted
Race packet pickup will take place April 9th-April 11th from the Running Factory Wyandotte St. E location (only).
We encourage everyone to post pictures of their journey and share with the community to celebrate!
Thank you for your participation and support in 2025. We are looking forward to a great year of racing and fundraising for great local charities in 2026.
All proceeds to benefit Hospice of Windsor.
What you get with your registration:
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5km Chip timed bib or kid's race bib
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Limited Edition Spring Thaw Swag
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Finishers Medal
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Post-race hospitality provided by Tim Horton's, Pure Flavor & Hyena Brew Company
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Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, 3rd place prizing
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Age Group prize for 1st in each age group
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Chance at New Balance door prizes
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Post-race massage complimentary of the Canadian College of Massage students
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Pledge incentives brought to you by Tim Horton's, New Balance, and Running Factory
Spring Thaw 2026 Medal:
Thank you and we look forward to another incredible Spring Thaw!
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Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
PRE-REGISTRATION ENDS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 18 AT 6:00PM. YOU CAN ALSO REGISTER ON RACE-DAY STARTING AT 7:30PM IN PERSON!
Break out your GREEN and GOLD for this annual event presented by the students from the Sport Recreation and Management Club (SRM) and proudly sponsored by The St. Clair College Alumni Association. The Start Here Go Anywhere 4K Run/Walk is a community event open to everyone as we showcase the St. Clair College and the Sport Recreation Management program. A "KidSport" 100m Kids Dash and "Future Saints" 1K Run/Walk will also be offered.
This event is planned and implemented by the students in the Sport and Recreation Management Program. Students from all 3 years are involved in creating a memorable event as part of their learning. It's kind of like their final exam!
Proceeds from this event will benefit the local charity KidSport Windsor plus provide 2 scholarships for SRM students.
The course will highlight the Dr. Patti France Promenade at the north end of the campus and then all the athletic amenities at the south end of the campus including one lap on the turf field inside Acumen Stadium plus a quick visit to say hello to our neighbours at The Village of St. Clair Long-Term Care facility!
The first 300 people registered will receive 2 free red zone tickets to a "select" Windsor Spitfires home game in October 2026 (details TBA).
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Finisher medals to the first 300 registrations only
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Handmade crochet sunflower pins in support of KidSport to the first 300 registrations donated by Wen's Crochet
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Discounted entry fees for children, students and St. Clair College Alumni!
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Great draw prizes including a pair of tickets for the Detroit Tigers vs Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Stadium, 2 sets of St. Clair College branded cornhole boards, golf passes to Woodland Hills Golf Course and more!
Cash awards for...
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$100 to the College department that brings out the most participants
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$100 to the St. Clair College Varsity Team that brings out the most participants
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$100 to the local Social Running Group that brings out the most participants, plus a 2nd place prize of $50 to our local Social Running Club with the 2nd most participants !
Questions? Contact [email protected] for more details.
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RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION in the Lobby of the Sportsplex from 7:30am-9:00am on Sunday, April 19, 2026
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No Refunds for this event
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For participant safety, no dogs or pets will be allowed at this event. Thank you for your understanding.
FOR ALL YOUR RUNNING AND WALKING NEEDS & GEAR, CHECK OUT THE RUNNING FACTORY!
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Sun, Jul 26, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
YOU DON'T NEED TO BE A FIRST RESPONDER TO PARTICIPATE!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
NOTE: Only the first 450 registrations will be guaranteed a Finishers Medal.
REGISTRATION CLOSES ONLINE AT 6PM ON THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2026
Race Packet Pickup at The Running Factory (5480 Wyandotte St. East) from 10:00am-8:00pm on Friday, July 24 and Saturday, July 25 from 10:00am-5:00pm. ^
^Late registration available during race packet pickup times (CASH ONLY) and Race Day (Cash Only) starting at 7:30am on Sunday, July 26 for late packet pickup and last minute sign-ups only if the event i^s not sold out in advance!
START and FINISH at the Windsor Firefighters Monument at the Windsor Civic Terrace. Distances include a 5K Run or Walk, CKLW AM800m Kid's Run and Kid's Dash.
OUR ROUTE! Run or walk on the beautiful Riverfront Trail west through Dieppe Park, past the Legacy Beacon and Streetcar No. 351, through the Windsor Sculpture Park, then returning back to the Firefighters Monument to FINISH. The course will feature a number of Police, Fire, Essex-Windsor EMS and CBSA vehicles off to the side in honour of all local first responders.
Only the first 450 registrations will be guaranteed a Finishers Medal. Those signing up after that will still get a t-shirt, but no medal.
Plus, all adults registered will now receive a coupon for a free massage from the students at the Canadian College of Health, Science and Technology.
Running age group awards for 1st place in each 5 year age division plus 1st place overall M/F. Post-race refreshments and food from Tim Hortons.
RUNNING CLUBS...$100 cash for the Social Running Club with the most participants and $50 cash for the second largest group!
This run/walk will provide financial support for the Canadian Mental Health Association, The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Ontario and The Windsor Firefighters Benefit Fund.
NO REFUNDS - BIB TRANSFERS AVAILABLE UNTIL JULY 25, 2026
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Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Nolan's SMILE Run
Kids Dash, 5k Walk/Run & 10k Run
Malden Park, Windsor ON
Saturday August, 8th 2026
In loving memory of Nolan Trepanier
7^th^ annual race in support of Nolan’s SMILE Foundation
*For more information about Nolan's SMILE Foundation click on the link below.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/211212726586281/?epa=
New in 2026
!!Medals For All In Person & Virtual
Finishers!!!
🏆Windsor/Essex Run Club
Championship🏆
The run club that logs the most distance takes home the Champions Trophy — and serious bragging rights.
How to help your club win:
Just select your run club when you register. Every kilometer counts!
Let’s find out who really runs this town.
*Virtual Options Available for the 5K Walk/Run and 10K Run
Only in-person participants are eligible to win the race, but you can still log your kilometres toward your run club team.
Your must submit your proof by midnight on Friday, August 7th in order for your kilometres to be added to your run club team.
REGISTER BY July 24th TO GUARANTEE A TECH SHIRT!
*Please Note: if registering for the virtual race, t-shirts are only available via local run club delivery or pickup.
Race Day Schedule:
Race Day Registration (Cash & e-Transfer Only) & Bib Pick Up
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Gentle Yoga with Julie
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Kids Dash
9:00 AM
5k Run/Walk & 10k Run
9:15 AM
1st Place Awards & Door Prizes
10:45 AM (after last finisher)
Reminder:
Prices shown include all taxes & fees (including Race Roster)
CHIP TIMING and ONLINE RESULTS provided through W.R.A.C.E. and Race Roster
SPONSORS
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Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Registration is now open for this year's Run for Rocky Event which will take place during Windsor Essex-Pride Fest Weekend.
Get ready to join us on Saturday, August 8th, 2026 at 9:45 am for our ceremony start and 10:00 am for the start of the run or walk. The 5 km run/ begins at Dieppe Gardens in Downtown Windsor. Enjoy the beautiful Windsor Waterfront from Dieppe Gardens to the Ambassador Bridge on your run or walk. The route also takes you along the Windsor Sculpture Park. With incomparable views of the Detroit River and Skyline, this is one of the most scenic Pride run/walk routes in Canada. This is truly know as one of the most joy filled accepting and welcoming run/walks in Windsor-Essex. Every participant will get the 2026 Commemorative Pin as well as a ticket to a University of Windsor Women's Soccer Game.
The Run for Rocky Legacy Project is the only funding model of its kind in Canada that supports Gender & Sexuality Alliance Clubs in local Grade schools (senior years) high schools and post-secondary schools in Windsor-Essex County. This financial support includes GSA grants, GSA scholarships, funds students and educators to go to GSA educational conferences, supplies and educational resources that help support parents and educators, provides a GSA Toolkit with Booster Boxes yearly for GSA Educational Leaders and accommodates Diversity Training for educators.
The Run for Rocky Run/Walk will continue to fund local GSA funding and will additionally support Windsor's 2SLGBTQIA+ agencies. A portion of the funds raised through this year's R4R event will also be donated to the Windsor Pride Community, Windsor-Essex Pride Fest, and Trans Wellness Windsor. The cohesive effort of these agencies working together ensures that our 2SLGBTQIA+ community and their families in this region are supported by strong services that meet the needs of the community.
Start planning your Corporate, Family, Community or Friends Team NOW-whether you run or walk, it's all about coming together as a team for a great cause.
Prizes are awarded for the highest top four individual fundraisers and a unique Run for Rocky Pride Trophy will be awarded to the Team that raises the most funds. This coveted trophy will be held in possession of the winning team for one year and will have their team’s name/winning year inscribed on the trophy.
This year's individual Prize Top Fundraising Sponsors include a 4 hour party bus rental valued at $800 from Go Gatti Party Bus & Shuttle Rental, a $250.00 Gift Card from Williams Food Equipment, a $250.00 Gift Card from The G.O.A.T. Tap & Eatery and a $150.00 Gift Card from Devonshire Mall.
Although this is not a timed run we do award medals for our top finishing runners in the following categories: 1st and 2nd place -Over 60 years old, 1st and 2nd place -41-60 years old, 1st and 2nd place - 18-40 years old, 1st and 2nd place -12-17 years old and 1st and 2nd place -5-11 years old.
Leashed dogs, baby buggies and children's wagons are always welcome.
After the Run/Walk
Windsor Essex Pride Fest will open on Saturday at noon. Located just a 5-minute drive away, at Pride Fest Plaza in Lanspeary Park, the afternoon activities will include Live Music, Vendor Booths, and Food/Refreshment & Bar Service.
Children 12 and under accompanied by a parent or guardian are welcome to attend the event at no charge and do not have to register.
Donation Run for Rocky - Additional Details
Thank you so much for being a generous and supportive donor to Windsor Pride-Run for Rocky. Tax Receipts for donations over $20 will be sent to your email inbox. Please check your spam box in the case you do not receive the charitable tax receipt immediately.
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Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 5:30 PMSee full details
15th ANNUAL
TIM HORTON'S NIGHT RUN 2026
We are excited to announce Tim Horton's Night Run 2026 which will take place Saturday, August 15th at Bert Weeks Gardens. Thank you Windsor-Essex for your continued participation and support!
Participants have their choice of a 5km Run/Walk, Kid's 1km and Kid's 200m Dash.
The 5km Run/Walk will be chip timed by Windsor Timing!
Register before August 1st to guarantee your t-shirt size
What you get with your registration:
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5km chip timed bib or kid's race bib
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Race tee
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Finisher's Medal
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1st, 2nd, 3rd overall male and female awards
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1st in each age group award
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Refreshments by Tim Horton's, Boston Pizza, and Hyena Brew Company!
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Post-race massages
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Pledge incentives thanks to Tim Horton's, Asics, and Running Factory
2026 Medal:
2026 Participant Tee: COMING SOON
Run/Walk to support Youth Mental Health Services in Windsor/Essex
NO REFUNDS - BIB TRANSFERS AVAILABLE
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Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
🏃♂️ 6th Annual Run for Windsor 🏃♀️
💚 RFW is a registered charity
💰 Donations are 100% tax deductible 🧾
✨ Hosted by:
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🤝 Ahmadiyya Muslim Elder’s Association – Windsor
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🏙️ City of Windsor
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🏥 Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH)
📅 Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍 Location: Malden Park, Windsor, ON
🎯 Purpose: Raise funds for Windsor Regional Hospital
👉First 50 registrants will receive Osmows’ Shawarma’s Meal Coupon and a RFW keychain ($25 value).
👉First 100 registrants will receive a RFW keychain.
👉Every registrant will receive a free Tshirt.
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🏅 1 km Fun Run
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⏱️ 5 km Run (with prizes!)
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Medals awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd positions to both male and female categories for Under 15, 15-49, 50+ age groups
🕙 Schedule:
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📝 On-Site Registration Starts: 9:30 AM
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🏃 Run Begins: 10:30 AM
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We encourage you to register online (in advance) to avoid race day rush and guarantee your spot.
📣 Spread the word! Bring your family, friends, and neighbours.
🌐 More Info & Registration: www.runforwindsor.ca
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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