Halifax Rainbow Pride Run

Early Bib Pick Up
Friday, July 19 - 5:30 - 7:30PM

Grab your bib at the Rainbow Pride Run kiosk at the Garrison Grounds.

Race Day Bib Pick Up and Bag Check
Saturday, July 20 - 10AM onwards

Get ready to rock the rainbow. Pick up your bib and check your bag on race day for the Rainbow Pride Run at the race kiosk at the Garrison Grounds and stick around for the race preparty. Bag check closes at 2:00 PM, so be sure to circle back to grab your gear before 2pm - and stay for Halifax Pride events continuing all afternoon.

Race Start!
Saturday, July 20 12:30PM

Let's do this! The timed race starts at 12:30PM sharp.

The Course

Halifax's funnest 5K starts on Bell Road, does a short turnaround, then crosses downtown via Spring Garden, Barrington and Upper Water Streets before looping back to finish where it started at the Garrison Grounds. There will be a waterstop at the turnaround point. Costumes and your rainbow-iest gear are strongly encouraged.

How do I find bib pick up?

On Friday, July 19 from 5:30 to 7:30pm and on the day of the race from 10am to race start, you'll find the bib pick up at the race kiosk at the Garrison Grounds.

Where are the Garrison Grounds?

The Garrison Grounds are located at the south corner of Citadel hill (at the intersection of Sackville, South Park and Bell Road).

Can I register on race day?

Limited registration will be available prior to the race for $30 cash only. The cutoff for race-day registration is noon.

Can I check my bag?

There will be a race bag check near bib pick up on the Garrison Grounds at the North End Runners Kiosk and it will be open from 10am to 2:00pm, any bags left at that time will be handed to the Pride security team.

Is the race timed?

Thanks to Atlantic Chip, this is a timed 5K! May the power of the rainbow bring you a 5K PB!

What do you mean, 'rainbow gear'?

We mean the colour of magic. We mean like the glow from a unicorn's horn. The way glitter on your cheeks makes your eyes pop. The full spectrum of love that cannot be refuted or ignored or delegitimized. The colour you love times a thousand. Wear all the colours, or wear one colour real loud. You do you. Let ALLLLL the beayouuuutiful colours of the rainbow empower you!

Is there official Halifax Rainbow Pride Run swag?

YES! The North End Runners x Halifax Rainbow Pride Run race tee for 2019 is coming soon! You have the option to purchase yours when registering to show your #runpride. Race tees are only available with registration until Wednesday, July 3 at 11:59PM!

Is there parking?

While there's no Pride-specific parking, there is paid lot and on-street parking available near the Garrison Grounds in multiple locations. If you're driving, we'd advise you to plan ahead! The street closure will affect all travel - pedestrian and auto - across the downtown core.

Is there a water stop?

There will be one water stop near the turnaround point at Valour Way and Upper Water Street. There will be water stations on the Garrison Grounds to fill your personal water bottles - please help us keep the Pride Run plastic free by filling your own before or after the race!

I'm a walker, or a slower pacer - what do you mean by 'join the parade'?

The Pride parade will start from its muster point (and the race route turnaround) at Valour Way and Upper Water Street at 1pm. Those who haven't reached the turnaround by 1pm will be running against the parade until the turnaround, and those who have reached the turnaround but are still on route may find the parade 'catches up' to them. We ask that runners stay to the far right to allow floats to pass if need be.

When does the course close?

The race starts at 12:30pm SHARP, and the course closes at 2pm. Runners and walkers will have 1.5 hours to finish with a time.

I decided I don't want to run after all, can I get a refund?

Unfortunately we're not able to offer refunds, but you can transfer your registration to a friend, just let us know!