This is the 5th Annual Stratford 5k Run/Walk.
Thanks to all our runners from 2025, we were able to raise more than $32,000+ for The Local Community Food Centre (CFC).
The Local CFC Stratford 5K Run/Walk will start and finish in Upper Queens Park Stratford Ontario. The route will take you past the beautiful Victoria lake and the legendary Stratford Festival theatres. This race will be chip timed and is welcomed to all runners, walkers and strollers. We will also have a kids race with medals and treats from Rheo Thompson, starting 8:50am sharp. You must register your child(ren) to participate. The kids run is approximately 600 metres. 100% of the proceeds go to The Local Community Food Centre.
Remember: Reduced registration fee for all youths under the age of 17 that participate in the 5K. $20 + registration fees
PLEASE NOTE: You’ll notice a lower registration fee plus a minimum donation amount. Together, these equal the total cost of registration.
We’ve structured it this way so 5K participants receive a tax receipt on the donation portion and pay a lower processing fee. If you’re able, we encourage you to donate above the minimum and help make an even bigger impact.
Fundraising Challenge: You will receive a reward based on the fundraising amount you reach by end of race day (see below for the fundraising tiers). There will be prizing for all fundraisers that raise $250 or greater for The Local Community Food Centre. Better prizing as you hit higher fundraising tiers. For rewards please visit https://stratford5k.com/fundraising-challenge/.
Fundraising Tiers:
A. $285 - $534.99
B. $535 - $1,034.99
C. $1,035 - $2,034.99.99
D. $2,035 - $4999.99
Important Dates
| Early Bird Pricing Ends | February 9, 2026 11:59 pm |
| No Refunds Past | August 31, 2026 11:59 pm |
| Last Day of Transfers | September 22, 2026 11:59 pm |
| Online Registration Closes | September 26, 2026 11:59 pm |
| Packet Pick Up/Registration (612 Erie Street, Stratford) | October 3, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
| Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up (Upper Queens Park, Stratford) | October 4, 2026 |
Race Day Registration fee is $60 (based on availability) , please register online to avoid price increase!
Registration fee on October 3th is $60 (based on availability).
We will try our best to have an electronic payment option but this is not guaranteed. Please expect to pay cash for registration October 3th and 4th.
Refunds
You may request a full refund till August 31, 2026 by sending your request to stratford5km@gmail.com. We will refund the full amount minus the processing fee.
TEAMS - You may register as a team. There will be a team category award. The three fastest times from your team will be used to determine the winning team. You MUST have the minimum number of three participants in your team!
AWARDS - We will have awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female (based on clock time). As well as top age category prizing for male and female for categories: Under 17, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, top non-binary, top Athlete with Disabilities. Of course last but not least, the top fastest team will take home the coveted team trophy.
RAFFLE - We will raffle out a pair of Altra Shoes at the awards ceremony. So stick around.
ELITE RUNNERS - See more details at https://stratford5k.com/elite-runners/
NOTE: ALL PRICES INCLUDE REGISTRATION FEES
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Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Free Parking Voucher - Festival Lot
Registration closes in 2 days 15 hours-
This voucher with QR code will allow you to park at the Queens St and Lakeside Dr. Parking lot. This lot is a quick walk to the start.
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FreeFeb 1 – Feb 9
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FreeFeb 10 – Apr 21
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FreeApr 22 – Aug 31
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FreeSep 1 – Sep 24
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Register for Free Parking Voucher - Festival LotFreeNow registering Sep 25 – Oct 2
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ClosedOct 3 – Oct 2
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The Local Community Food Centre
The Local Community Food Centre in Stratford, Ontario, empowers those with barriers to accessing and benefiting from good healthy food by offering opportunities to cook, grow, share, and advocate for good food for everyone in our community. We approach the problems of poverty and food insecurity as justice issues rather than acts of charity, knowing that access to good food is central to health and should be treated as a basic right. Our programs empower people to advocate for themselves and assists them in building kitchen and gardening skills that help alleviate their food insecurity in a dignified and non-stigmatizing way. While our emphasis is on empowering our low-income neighbours, we welcome the whole community to access our services and programs to promote connectedness and enhance belonging as we work together to build a stronger, more resilient community for us all. Click Here for More Info
Sponsors
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5k Route
Route Preview
Event schedule
- Sun, October 4, 2026 7:30 AM - Race Day - Packet Pick Up & Registration Opens
- Sun, October 4, 2026 8:30 AM - Race Day - Registration Closes
- Sun, October 4, 2026 8:50 AM - Kids Fun Run
- Sun, October 4, 2026 9:15 AM - Race Day - Packet Pick Up Closes
- Sun, October 4, 2026 9:30 AM - Stratford 5K Run/Walk
Top teams
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RISE Run ClubCA$3,621.40 RaisedCA$10,000.00 Goal |
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Wills and PriorRaised:CA$1,561.61 |
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Stratford SabrecatsCA$1,551.20 RaisedCA$2,000.00 Goal |
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Cat Intelligence AgencyCA$1,035.74 RaisedCA$1,000.00 Goal |
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McKay StrongRaised:CA$629.80 |
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Friluftsliv FriendsRaised:CA$604.63 |
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Huron Perth Healthcare AllianceCA$560.23 RaisedCA$1,500.00 Goal |
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Black Swan Running Co.Raised:CA$429.04 |
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The Carb LoversRaised:CA$185.62 |
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Parents CommunityRaised:CA$185.39 |
Top fundraisers
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View fundraiser page for sarah
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sarah gilhoolyCA$792.85 RaisedCA$100.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Sullivan
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Sullivan WaglerCA$666.93 RaisedCA$500.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Kristen
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Kristen ParkerCA$662.49 RaisedCA$750.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Dave
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Dave MabeeCA$602.52 RaisedCA$1,000.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Tomo
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Tomo HatanakaRaised: CA$583.33 |
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View fundraiser page for Mark
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Mark McCauleyCA$574.63 RaisedCA$1,000.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Ezra
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Ezra TooheyRaised: CA$515.93 |
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View fundraiser page for Aidan
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Aidan MugfordCA$454.70 RaisedCA$500.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Ronan
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Ronan StreicherCA$411.90 RaisedCA$300.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Sergio
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Sergio LappanoCA$401.75 RaisedCA$250.00 Goal |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Dan Rajagopalan
- Website
- Visit website
