Canadian Cross Country Classic 5K & 1K
Presented by BackRoads Brews + Shoes
Hosted by Athletics Canada & London Western Track Club
CANADA....London....GET READY for an incredible running experience at the 2025 Canadian Cross Country Championships, hosted by Athletics Canada! This is your chance to lace up and run on the same course that Canadian Olympians and emerging high-performance athletes will compete on at Fanshawe Golf Course in London, ON.
Join us for the Cross Country Classic 5K, a celebration of the running spirit and a race for YOU, the people, kicking off at 10 AM on Sunday, November 30th. This isn’t just a race; it’s a unique opportunity to embrace the thrill of cross country - grass, mud, grit, and an unbeatable sense of community. Be sure to hang around after the race at the official ACXC Fan Fest and enjoy some local food vendors, lounge spaces, and cheer on the other athletes vying for individual and team gold titles! Visit athletics.ca for a full schedule of events.
The excitement starts on Sunday, November 30th, with the Kids 1K Cross Country race at 11 AM. Online registration is mandatory for both the Kids 1K and the Cross Country Classic 5K.
A huge shoutout to our official run sponsor, BackRoads Brews + Shoes! They’ll be hosting a series of engaging activations, pop-up events, and official ACXC Athlete Panel, presented by Athletics Canada leading up to the race, along with in-store discounts and more... stay tuned for the full schedule on social media and via email. They're bringing that major marathon energy to championship cross country!
Race timing and bibs will be provided by Sport Made Simple. Be sure to register by November 19th to have your name printed and personalized on your race bib. Bib and packet pickup will be available at BackRoads Brews + Shoes (📍 1295 Riverbend Rd.) on Friday and before the race on Sunday.
Let’s make this an unforgettable celebration for you and Canada's athletes travelling into London. See you at BackRoads Brews + Shoes and over at the cross country course!
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Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Cross Country Classic 5K presented by BackRoads Brews + Shoes (Ages 14+)
Price changes in 29 days 12 hours-
Registration includes chip timing, personalized race bib (if registered by Nov 19) & 15% discount at BackRoads Brews + Shoes
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Register for Cross Country Classic 5K presented by BackRoads Brews + Shoes (Ages 14+)$44.73Now registering Oct 2 – Nov 22
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$50.15
Race week pricing
Nov 23 – Nov 27 -
$55.56
Last chance pricing
Nov 28 – Nov 29
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Kids 1K Cross Country Classic presented by BackRoads Brews + Shoes (Ages 14 & Under)
Price changes in 29 days 12 hours-
Registration includes chip timing, race bib, participation ribbon & 15% discount at BackRoads Brews + Shoes
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Register for Kids 1K Cross Country Classic presented by BackRoads Brews + Shoes (Ages 14 & Under)$17.66Now registering Oct 2 – Nov 22
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$23.07
Race week pricing
Nov 23 – Nov 27 -
$28.49
Last chance pricing
Nov 28 – Nov 29
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Event schedule
- Fri, November 28, 2025 10:00 a.m. - Friday packet pick-up (10am - 8pm)
- Sun, November 30, 2025 10:00 a.m. - Community 5K race
- Sun, November 30, 2025 11:00 a.m. - Kids 1K race
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Scott Goodyear
- Website
- Visit website
