Register to Run the Rainbow!
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Are you ready to run with pride? Join us for our Rainbow Run. (10K, 5K and 2.5K Fun Run, plus the high-heel dash!) That's right...laughter and fun will be had. Dress in your craziest costume for a chance to win prizes.
This is Saskatoon Pride's 1st annual fun run. Grab your friends and family and join us on Sunday, June 9th.
Any questions, email Jeff at parade@saskatoonpride.ca
Project Description
Saskatoon Diversity Network Inc. (as Saskatoon Pride) is a volunteer organization that provides safe, inclusive, accessible opportunities to observe and celebrate the diverse identities, experiences, and aspirations that are signs of a healthy, happy, prosperous community. Through our work, we build awareness that a healthy community is one where, in spite of differences, everyone feels visible, valued and loved.
In previous years, Saskatoon Pride has successfully organized the Saskatoon Pride Parade for 23 years and developed it into the largest parade of any kind taking place in Saskatchewan. Other events such as the annual Pride in the Park, Pride Artisans’ Market and Community Services Fair, have been touchstones for participation and support by the entire community, including but not exclusive to the 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in our city.
For at least the last three years and likely many more, members of the running community have approached our organization suggesting that a running event that supports the values of Saskatoon Pride become part of the Pride Festival activities. Saskatoon Pride feels that an event that promotes health and wellness while at the same time building and strengthening support for diversity and inclusion will be a valuable addition to Saskatoon’s summer athletic opportunities and an event of note during the celebration of Pride Month in Saskatoon.
Since the 2024 Rainbow Run will be the inaugural offering, we have chosen to offer the following running opportunities: a 10K, 5K, and Family/Youth Run (2.5K), and a novelty “High Heel Dash” where participants can call on the assistance of some of Saskatoon’s most colourful drag artists.
Registration is open to all, with particular emphasis on individuals and groups that may not have opportunities to feel comfortable participating in athletic events: young families, mothers with strollers, individuals who are non-binary, trans, 2 Spirit, queer seniors and individuals with physical or neurosensory challenges. The registration fees range from $25-$60 depending on the race/distance you register for. No one will be refused entry due to the registration fee being a cost barrier. Community sponsors will cover the cost of any subsidized registrations. Team entries will also be encouraged to sign up.
This event and the related training and mentoring arrangements will call upon the experience and expertise of our Race Director, Jeffery Culbert (he/him)—the manager of the successful MaraFun Program. The services of Prairie Run Crew (PRC) under the supervision of Tarrant Cross Child, and Craven SPORT Services will be utilized as they have expertise in all things running!
PRC will provide technical assistance and equipment for staging a professional, safe, running and exercising experience. Our Race Director will enlist the assistance of one or more local running clubs and businesses to assist with pre- and post-event training and assessment. In addition, a grassroots race committee consisting of key individuals from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community (and others) is being formed to act in an advisory and promotional capacity. Rainbow Run Ambassadors from key community groups and demographics will be sought and encouraged to carry the message that health and wellness activities can be fun to their peers.
All participants will receive a Saskatoon Rainbow Run kit including an event t-shirt, colourful sponsor swag, items and information to assist in preparing for the run, and health promotion material.
Registration will begin by February 23, 2024 using the Race Roster app. That and the Better Impact Volunteers app used by Saskatoon Pride will both feature online training and motivational resources, as well as ideas on ways to make the Saskatoon Rainbow Run a most colourful, fun, meaningful event.
The Saskatoon Rainbow run will take place Sunday, June 9, 2024 beginning and ending in Victoria Park with the Meewasin Running Path along the southwest bank of the South Saskatchewan River.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Jeffrey Culbert (he/him)
Race Director, Saskatoon Rainbow Run 2024
306-716-0869
or
Mike McCoy (he/they) mike@saskatoonpride.ca
Co-Chair, Saskatoon Diversity Network Inc. 306-227-3586
Registration fees
10 K
Price changes in 1 month 4 days-
Join us for this great 10 kilometre run through our beautiful city. We will start off at Riverlanding (near the amphitheatre) and head south for 5 kilometres before heading back to the finish line.
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Register for 10 K$60.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Jan. 15 – May 31 -
$80.00
Last Chance
Jun. 1 – Jun. 6
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Craven SPORT Services 5K
Price changes in 1 month 4 days-
Join us for this nice 5 kilometre run through our beautiful city. We will start off at Riverlanding (near the amphitheatre) and head south for 2.5 kilometres before heading back to the finish line.
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Register for Craven SPORT Services 5K$40.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Jan. 15 – May 31 -
$60.00
Last Chance
Jun. 1 – Jun. 6
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2.5 Fun Run
Price changes in 1 month 4 days-
Join us for this awesome fun-run of 2.5 kilometres. We will start off at Riverlanding (near the amphitheatre) and head south before heading back to the finish line.
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Register for 2.5 Fun Run$30.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Jan. 15 – May 31 -
$50.00
Last Chance
Jun. 1 – Jun. 6
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High Heel Dash
Price changes in 1 month 4 days-
Join the funnniest run you've ever seen. Get your high-heels on and join us for the fun as we sprint to the finish line!
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Register for High Heel Dash$25.00
Early bird pricing
Now registering Jan. 15 – May 31 -
$35.00
Last Chance
Jun. 1 – Jun. 6
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Jeffery Culbert
- parade@saskatoonpride.ca
- Phone
- 306-716-0869
- Website
- Visit website
