Summer Shores 5K/8K
In Person and Virtual Races
Celebrate the unofficial last day of summer with us on Labour Day! Run or walk 5KM or run 8KM starting and ending at the Lakeland Center, 180 Van Wagner’s Beach Road. Run along the beautiful waterfront trail and take in the views of Lake Ontario.
All participants will receive a one of a kind finisher's medal, drawstring bag, technical shirt (while supplies last), chip timed results, age category awards, post race refreshments and more!
The pool and volleyball courts will be open for you to enjoy after the race. There are also some great restaurants nearby including Hutch's on the Beach and Barangas on the Beach.
Seniors and youth save on registration fees!
Event Address: Lakeland Center, 180 Van Wagner’s Beach Road
Interested in doing this race and have questions? Feel free to email us at info@vrpro.ca
Event schedule
- Mon., September 4, 2023 7:30 a.m. - Race day race kit pick up
- Mon., September 4, 2023 8:15 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies
- Mon., September 4, 2023 8:30 a.m. - 1KM Event Start
- Mon., September 4, 2023 9:00 a.m. - 5KM and 8KM Race Start
Race Series
Save when you register for multiple races!
Register for 2 or more of our 2023 races and you will save 30% on registration fees for each race! You must register for at least two events at the same time to be eligible for the discount.
What's Included
Everyone who registers will get a one of a kind finisher medal with sand from Lake Ontario, a drawstring bag and a technical shirt while supplies last!
We will also be doing age category awards, if you win in your age group (10 year increments) you can get a VR Pro umbrella!
Event Details
The in-person race will take place at the Lakeland Centre in Hamilton. In the case of cancellation of the in-person race, we will not be issuing any refunds or returning the difference in pricing. If the in-person event is cancelled you will be switched into the virtual race. Please view our refund policy here.
Event Address: Lakeland Center, 180 Van Wagner’s Beach Road Hamilton, ON
Start Times:
The 1KM race will start at 8:30AM.
The 5KM and 8KM race will both start at 9:00AM.
All races are an out and back, meaning they will start and end in the same spot.
Race Kit/Bib Pickup:
You must pick up your race bib and race kit prior to lining up at the start line. You can pick up your race kit and bib at any of the times listed below. Please note, we will have race day kit pick up available for those coming out of town.
Stoney Creek Running Room Store
Mountain Locks Plaza,
1791 Stone Church Rd E Unit 4005,
Stoney Creek, ON L8J 0B4
12:00Noon - 4:00PM
Monday, September 4th (RACE DAY)
Lakeland Center
180 Van Wagner’s Beach Road
Hamilton, ON
7:30AM - 8:30AM
Race Route:
All routes are an out and back course, meaning they will start and end in the same spot. There will be one water station along the 5K and 8K route.
Virtual Race
Track your virtual run/walk and submit your results for the Summer Shores Race using the ASICS Runkeeper™ app
The Virtual Summer Shores Race can be completed anytime between August 15th and September 30th.
How to track your run/walk and record your results using the RunkeeperTM app:
1. From your mobile device, go to your Race Roster dashboard for this event HERE
2. Click on the “Connect to my app” button, where you will be asked to confirm your name within the app (confirm your name and the event will be added to your app)
3. Revisit the Runkeeper™ app when you are ready to participate. From your start screen, click the flag symbol (bottom right) and select the race to start recording.
4. Complete your distance and save the activity. Your results will be automatically posted to the Race Roster leaderboard HERE
5. From the results page, click on your name to see your finisher summary
How to submit your results without RunkeeperTM app:
Please submit the results for your virtual race on the results page.
1. Make sure you are logged into your participant dashboard here.
2. Go to the virtual results page: https://results.raceroster.com/v2/en-CA/results/kstmfrujcw3kuat4/results?subEvent=
3. Click the submit a virtual result button
4. Enter your time it took you to complete the race and submit your results.
Everyone who posts their results will receive a virtual finisher's certificate.
Hotels and Accommodations
Coming from out of town for the race? We have arranged a special hotel deal for our runners!
C Hotel has you covered for the big race! Unwind in our heated indoor pool, rest up in a comfortable suite, and fuel your day with a hearty breakfast at our on-site restaurant. Take advantage of a special group rate of $187.99 per night by calling 905-381-9898 extension 1 and mentioning promo code “VR PRO”. Rooms must be booked in advance and based on availability. We look forward to welcoming you!
Sponsors and Partners
Charities and other Information
Our Official Charity of this Race is Hamilton Food Share
Operating for over 30 years, Hamilton Food Share is the city of Hamilton’s Emergency Food Shipping and Receiving Hub, and Emergency Food Systems Coordinator for the network of agencies we support.
We provide food resources to 16 hunger relief agencies, operating 23 emergency food programs across the greater Hamilton region. The growth of our network has allowed Hamilton Food Share to remain inclusive and touch every corner of our city. We are now able to support communities and individuals who have previously faced barriers in accessing emergency food programs by increasing our capacity to allocate food that meet the needs of our city.
The emergency food programs that Hamilton Food Share supports see almost 8,500 visits every month. This represents over 12,565 unique individuals residing in 5,500 households, 36% of whom are children. Additionally, to food dispersal these programs are also serving over 21,000 hot meals each month.
A $1 donation will provide $5 of food for our city. Thank you so much for thinking about feeding our neighbours at this time of year.
Macy Auger, Boston Marathon Charity Runner
Macy Auger will be setting up at the race collecting donations to support her goal of running in the Boston Marathon as a charity runner. 100% of donations collected will go directly to the charity, which is a cancer specialist hospital in Boston. Macy will be doing a raffle for a runner's prize basket.
Anthony Tullo Music
Canadian Musician, Anthony Tullo will be performing live at the Summer Shores Race!
View Anthony Live at his upcoming concert:
Registration fees
In-Person Summer Shores 5K Run/Walk Closed
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$60.00Jun. 5 - Sep. 4
In-Person Summer Shores 8K Run Closed
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$70.00Jun. 5 - Sep. 4
In-Person Summer Shores 1K Charity Run/Walk Closed
Register for the 1K charity run/walk in support of Hamilton Food Share. The cost to participate in this event is $15 registration fee, plus a minimum $15 donation to Hamilton Food Share.
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$15.00
Plus a $15 donation to HFS
Jun. 5 - Sep. 4
Virtual Summer Shores 5K Closed
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$45.00
Shipping and Handling is Extra
Jun. 5 - Sep. 4
Virtual Summer Shores 8K Closed
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$45.00
Shipping and Handling is Extra
Jun. 5 - Sep. 4
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Elliott | $108.31 |
| 2 | Anonymous | $54.63 |
| 3 | Jim Rawling | $38.54 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Judith
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Judith Guzman$54.63 Raised$50.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Danny
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Danny QuanRaised: $27.80 |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Jennifer
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Jennifer NeumannRaised: $27.80 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- VR Pro Inc.
- info@vrpro.ca
