What better way to celebrate British Columbia’s birthday than to take part in a true BC legacy event! The 55th Annual Nautical Day’s 4 Mile Foot Race, the oldest continually held running race on Vancouver Island, is held annually on BC Day in downtown Comox. Old and young have charged through the streets of Comox since this great event started in 1971.
This short 4-mile (6.4km) distance is geared toward the whole family, offering fun and challenge for all running levels. Leaving the start line in downtown Comox, the rolling streets offer stunning views of the Salish Sea and Beaufort Mountain Range. Butchers Road is a spectacular stretch with a mix of Douglas Fir, Pine and other native species on both sides to give the feeling you are running through forest. A prime downhill finish we all love in a race - that gentle, perfect grade that you can really open up if you wish to finish hard!
Awards
Overall top male/female
Ribbons for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place based on age categories.
Race Info
Registration is online only. Closes 1:00pm August 3rd
$15.00 - 18 and over
$10.00 - 17 and under
Under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult
Race central located at Comox Avenue and Port Augusta
Race Start - 8:45am
Race Must Be Completed By 10:00am
Roads are not closed to traffic during the event, so please follow the instructions of signage and our course marshals.
Post race food and beverage is served to all racers in the finish area located at 1770 Comox Avenue (the corner of Comox Avenue and Port Augusta Street).
The Nautical Days Parade begins at 10:30am and flows right past our finish site so you are invited to stay and join in on the day's activities.
Draw Prizes and Awards - 9:45am
All registrants are eligible for various draw prizes from our local sponsors. You must be present to win.
NO headphones, earbuds or listening devices on course. Automatic disqualification will apply.
Also, no dogs or strollers please.
The Race is for RUNNERS only. Due to course constraints we can NOT accommodate walkers.
Questions or to volunteer contact James Fielding at nauticalday4mile@cvrr.ca
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
4 Mile Foot Race - Adult Individual Closed
This race is done at your own risk. Use good safety strategies when reaching intersections. Watch for directional signage and/or chalk arrows. Marshals are at major intersections to keep you safe - not to stop traffic.
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CA$18.19Jun 1 - Aug 3
4 Mile Foot Race - Youth Closed
Under 12 years must be accompanied/supervised by an adult, parent or guardian. This race is done at your own risk. Use good safety strategies when reaching intersections. Watch for directional signage and/or chalk arrows. Marshals are at major intersections to keep you safe - not to stop traffic.
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CA$12.82Jun 1 - Aug 3
Contact information
- Event contact
- James Fielding
- Website
- Visit website
