Name: Burlington Canada Day 5K
Start: 2024-06-30T09:00:00-04:00
Location: Spencer Smith Park, Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, Canada

Burlington, ON
2024 Canada Day 5K

In Person and Virtual Races

Sunday, June 30th, 2024

Spencer Smith Park - East Lawn, Burlington, ON

The race will start and finish at Spencer Smith Park - East Lawn near the pier. Seniors 65 and over and youth 16 and under save $10 on registration fees for the 5KM/10KM events.

Save when you register for multiple races!

Register for 3 or more of our 2024 races and you will save 30% on registration fees for each race! You must register for at least three events at the same time to be eligible for the discount.
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Join us in Hamilton the next day on July 1st!
We will also be celebrating Canada Day on July 1st with a 5KM and 10KM Race in Confederation Beach Park! 

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Volunteer Sign up

Our races would not be possible without the amazing help of all of our volunteers. If you or someone you know is interested in being a part of this great event, we would love to have your help. 

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What's Included

The 2024 Finisher Medal is Truly One of a Kind!

The medal opens up to reveal a special Canada Day celebration bracelet on the inside!

Each race kit includes a Canada Day celebration tank top!

Both men's and women's sizing available.

Win in your age category and get a trophy!

There will be trophies awarded to anyone who places top 3 in their age category. Age category awards will be done in 5-year increments.

Event Details

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. We only cancel in the event of extreme conditions, any cancellations will be communicated to registered participants in advance of the event.

Race Start Times:

9:00AM - 5KM Race Start

The race will start and end at Spencer Smith Park - East Lawn next to the pier.

Race Results:

The 5KM race will be chip timed, race timing services will be provided by Speed River Timing. Results can be found at speedrivertiming.com

Strollers and Dogs:
Strollers are permitted in the race, we just ask that if you are running with a stroller you start at the back of the corral. Dogs are NOT permitted to take part in any of the events.

Weather:

The race will happen rain or shine, we only cancel in the event of extreme conditions. Any cancellations would be communicated through email and posted on the event page. We will continue to monitor the weather leading up to the race and communicate any changes ahead of race day. Please plan according to the weather on race day. It is your responsibility to ensure you are taking steps to keep yourself safe and choose a distance that is safe for you.

Race Kit Pickup:

Race kits and bibs must be picked up before lining up at the starting line. All runners must have a bib pinned to the front of their shirt in order to take part in the race. You can pickup your race kit and bib during any of the times listed below. You can have someone else pickup your race kit on your behalf. There is a race day kit pick up option available as well.

Friday, June 28th, 2024
Stoney Creek Running Room Store
Mountain Locks Plaza,
1791 Stone Church Rd E Unit 4005,
Stoney Creek, ON

12:00Noon - 6:00PM

Saturday, June 29th, 2024
Stoney Creek Running Room Store
Mountain Locks Plaza,
1791 Stone Church Rd E Unit 4005,
Stoney Creek, ON

11:00AM - 4:00PM

Sunday, June 30th, 2024 (Race Day)
Spencer Smith Park - East Lawn
1400 Lakeshore Rd.
Burlington, ON

7:00AM - 8:30AM

Virtual Race Details

Take part in the 2024 Burlington Canada Day 5K virtually from wherever you are! 🇨🇦

The virtual Canada Day race can be completed anytime between June 1st, 2024 and July 8th, 2024. Participants registering for the virtual race will still get a finisher medal, Canada Day shirt and a race kit. Shipping of virtual race kits is extra. Instructions on how to track and submit your results can be found below.

Track your virtual run/walk and submit your results for the Canada Day Race using the ASICS Runkeeper™ app

How to track your run/walk and record your results using the Runkeeper^TMapp:

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