Name: Beat Bechtel
Start: 2026-09-13T09:30:00-04:00
Location: Bechtel Park, Bridge Street West, Waterloo, ON, Canada

Sunday September 13, 2026 9:30 a.m. Bechtel Park, Waterloo, ON

Run Pure + Simple is our no-bells series of races. These events offer great atmospheres with nothing extra, and are FREE to Run Waterloo members.

This is a two-loop trail 5k.

No swag, no food, no awards, just a certified and chiptimed 5k to get your fall into gear.

Registration fees

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

5k

A simple, chip-timed 5k race with all the vibes but no t-shirts or finisher medals. Food and awards, if offered, are minimal. This event is FREE to Run Waterloo members. $15 plus fees and taxes.

CA$24.03

$20 + fees

Mar 31 - Sep 13

Register for 5k

Key Event Info

KIT PICKUP: Will take place only race day at Bechtel Park, Waterloo from 8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.

RACE COURSE: A certified 2.5 KM distance on unpaved park trails. Map released 3/31/26.

START LOCATION: Bechtel Park

REGISTRATION POLICY: All entries are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable. There are no exceptions once a person has registered. Strollers are not permitted on course.

TIMING AND RESULTS: The event is chiptimed with reusable chips, so please return them after you finish. Results will be posted to results.runwaterloo.com after the race.