Welcome to the 3rd annual Essex Fun Fest 5k Walk, Run, and Wheel presented by BrokerLink Insurance. This non-for-profit event directs all proceeds to the Essex Area Food Bank. Bring out the whole family to enjoy music (presented by DJ Tony), lawn games, and activities! Join us on race day to win exclusive prizes and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Sadler’s Nature Park and Trail. We can’t wait to see you soon!
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Send us an email for more information! 5k.walk.run.essex.food.bank@gmail.com
All participants will receive:
- Pre race warm up
- Finisher medal for both 5k run and walk
- Branded t-shirt
- Branded tote bag
- Branded reusable water bottle
- Entry into raffle prize draws
- Post race refreshments
- Chip timing provided by WRACE
- Awards for winning participants
Online registration is open until Friday, July 3, 2026. Last minute entries on race day can take place up to the start of the race. Please note: race day registrations must be paid in cash or by cheque, and the fee is increased to $50.00. Additionally, the registration fee is increased to $45.00 during the last week before the race (Sunday, June 28, 2026 - Friday, July 3, 2026).
All racers who register before June 5, 2026 will be guaranteed a branded t-shirt. Registrations after that date may not be entitled to a shirt or the racer's desired size.
All racers can pick up their race kit at Essex District High School on July 3rd or 4th (12 pm to 4 pm), or on race day at Sadlers Pond. Pick up at the high school will occur outside the front lobby on the Talbot St side of the building.
Parking is available on the side streets around Sadlers Pond, at the fire hall, and the wellness plaza on Victoria St. Parking lots at the pond will fill up fast so it is recommended to utilize the locations listed above.
There are three entrances into the park and to the race hub: the pathway off of Victoria Ave, the parking lot off of Keown St, and the pathway off of Thomas St. The start line is located at the joining of the Victoria and Keown paths, or down the first left pathway when using the Thomas entrance.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5 km Run
Price changes in 2 months 22 days-
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Register for 5 km RunCA$45.41
Early bird pricing
Now registering Dec 28 – Jun 26 -
CA$50.81
One week pricing
Jun 27 – Jul 3
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5 km Walk
Price changes in 2 months 22 days-
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Register for 5 km WalkCA$45.41
Early bird pricing
Now registering Dec 28 – Jun 26 -
CA$50.81
One week pricing
Jun 27 – Jul 3
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Course Maps
The 2026 Essex Fun Fest 5k Walk, Run, and Wheel is featuring a brand new race route! This year features an out and back loop taking place in Sadler's Nature Park and Trail and along the Sypher Systems Group Greenway. The entire route is wheelchair accessible.
Event schedule
- Fri, July 3, 2026 12:00 PM - Race Kit Pick Up
- Sat, July 4, 2026 12:00 PM - Race Kit Pick Up
- Sun, July 5, 2026 8:30 AM - Prerace Warm Up
- Sun, July 5, 2026 9:00 AM - 5k Walk, Run, and Wheel
Contact information
- Event contact
- Lauryn Smith
Sponsors
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Food & Prize Sponsors
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