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Summer Shores 5K/8K

2025 Summer Shores
1K/5K/8K


Celebrate the unofficial last day of summer with us on Labour Day! Run or walk 1KM or 5KM, or run 8KM starting and ending at the Edgewater Pavilion in Confederation Beach Park. Run along the beautiful Hamilton waterfront trail and take in the views of Lake Ontario.

Seniors and youth save on registration fees!

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Event Address: Edgewater Pavilion, Confederation Beach Park - 585 Van Wagners Beach Road Hamilton, ON L8E 3L8

Early registrants will receive running belts!


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The 2025 Summer Shores Race will be raising funds for Community Living Grimsby, Lincoln and West Lincoln. Proceeds from the 1KM event will go directly to support this great cause. Donations may also be made during the registration process for all other events. Help us raise funds for services that support both children and adults living with developmental disability and their families.

Tax receipts will be issued by the charity for donations of $20 or more.

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Operating for over 30 years, Hamilton Food Share is the city’s Emergency Food Shipping and Receiving Hub.


Hamilton Food Share provides resources to 16 member agencies, operating 22 hunger-relief programs across the greater Hamilton region.


These emergency food programs support over 10,400 visits every month representing over 17,600 unique individuals, 34% of whom are children. Additionally, the hot meal programs supported by Hamilton Food Share are serving 29,000 hot meals each month to our neighbours in need.


A $1 donation will provide $5 worth of nutritious food to our community. Your support will ensure our most vulnerable neighbours, like the 6,050 children and 1,668 seniors who line up at a food bank each month, have access to the nutritious food they need.

Non-perishable food items will also be collected at the race!

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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.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND TO REGISTER AS A VOLUNTEER



Track your virtual run/walk and submit your results using the ASICS Runkeeper™ app


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.
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/aapsm65xca9mhnf5/results

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.







Event Details

The in-person race will take place at the Edgewater Pavilion in Confederation Beach Park, 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. 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 - 1KM Race Start
9:30 AM - 5KM and 8KM Race Start


Parking and Getting There:

The race will start and end at Confederation Beach Park - EDGEWATER PAVILION (585 Van Wagners Beach Rd. Hamilton, ON L8E 3L8).


There is no parking available directly at the event site. Parking is available within Confederation Beach Park a little bit further down from the event site. You can park at the OBHL arena parking lot or at the parking lot next to Wild Waterworksand walk down to the event site. It is recommended that you arrive for 8:00AM to give yourself time to park, go to the washroom, get your bib, etc.


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. 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. You can switch distances at no charge by emailing us at info@vrpro.ca

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.


Sunday, August 31st, 2025

Stoney Creek Running Room Store
Mountain Locks Plaza,
1791 Stone Church Rd E Unit 4005,
Stoney Creek, ON

12:00Noon - 4:00PM

Monday, September 1nd, 2025 (RACE DAY)

Edgewater Pavilion
585 Van Wagners Beach Rd
Hamilton, ON

8:00AM - 9:00AM

Race Route


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Hotel Deals

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Book your group rate for Summer Shores Race

Event Summary:

Summer Shores Race

Start Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025

End Date: Monday, September 1, 2025

Last Day to Book: Friday, August 8th, 2024

Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:

  • Sheraton Hamilton Hotel for 159 CAD - 199 CAD per night

Book your group rate for Summer Shores Race

Attendees reservations can also be made by contacting our 24 hour, toll-free reservations at 1-888-627-8161 and asking for the “Summer Shores Race” block

Sponsors and Partners

Thank you to all of our Sponsors and Partners

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Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

In-Person Summer Shores 1K Run/Walk

The 1KM event is supporting Community Living Grimsby. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to take part in this event. Registration is $5 plus a donation of $25 to Community Living Grimsby. Registration and donation Includes entry into the 1KM event and a finisher medal.

  1. $7.64

    + $25 donation to Community Living Grimsby

    Sep. 30 - Sep. 1
    Register for In-Person Summer Shores 1K Run/Walk

Virtual Summer Shores 5K

  1. $83.17

    Shipping and Handling is Extra

    Sep. 30 - Sep. 1
    Register for Virtual Summer Shores 5K

Virtual Summer Shores 8K

  1. $83.17

    Shipping and Handling is Extra

    Sep. 30 - Sep. 1
    Register for Virtual Summer Shores 8K

In-Person Summer Shores 5K Run/Walk

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Contact information

Event contact
VR Pro Inc.
Email
info@vrpro.ca