STRONG KIDS DUATHLON COBOURG
COBOURG WATERFRONT 2026 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping extravaganza like no other! Join us on Thursday, August 20, as we celebrate the 18th anniversary of the Strong Kids Duathlon in Cobourg! This beloved summer event is proudly presented by the YMCA Northumberland!
Plus, the Strong Kids Duathlon is not just a race; it raises funds too! And with the event expanding to the Campbellford Y, this year we are fundraising for:
The essential Mothers of Newborns program. This invaluable, free program offers mothers and their babies a safe and supportive path to health and wellness. Promoting physical activity and fostering connections creates a vital network of support and belonging for mothers during that critical first year of their baby’s life. We currently serve over 60% of all new moms in Northumberland!
Important Camp infrastructure and initiatives to expand programming and serve more children in Northumberland to gain confidence and thrive!
Including sponsors, we have a goal to raise $10,000 in support of these critical efforts, helping local babies, kids, youth and families shine brighter.
This event is not about winning awards. It is all about being active together and supporting each other! All participants will receive a finisher's ribbon!
Come and be a part of this empowering celebration, full of fun and emotions, as we unite to make a difference in the lives of many!
EVENT DETAILS: THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
- Kids ages 3-15 can participate in this friendly, competitive event while family, friends, volunteers and YMCA staff cheer them on.
- Check-in starts at 5:00pm; first race at 5:45pm; Over by 8:00pm.
- Swim in Centennial Pool.
- Run through Victoria Park.
- Six different age groups, each with their own event start time and distance:
- 3 years & under: Swim 15m | Run 200m
- 4-5 years: Swim 15m | Run 200m
- 6-7 years: Swim 50m | Run 500m
- 8-9 years: Swim 100m | Run 1km
- 10-11 years: Swim 150m | Run 1.5km
- 12+ years: Swim 200m | Run 2km
YMCA Membership is not required - any child aged 3 to 15 years can register and participate in this event. The event will happen, rain or shine.
For our 18th year, our participation fee is $18 per child.
The Strong Kids Duathlon is not just an event; it's a symbol of hope, unity, and the power of community. Don't miss out on this memorable day – see you at the starting line on August 20th!
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
3 year olds
15m swim, 200m run
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Register for 3 year oldsCA$21.67
$18 + $3.67 for Race Roster processing fee.
Jul 22 - Aug 20
4 to 5 year olds
15m swim, 200m run
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Register for 4 to 5 year oldsCA$21.67
$18 + $3.67 for Race Roster processing fee.
Jul 22 - Aug 20
6 to 7 year olds
50m swim, 500m run
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Register for 6 to 7 year oldsCA$21.67
$18 + $3.67 for Race Roster processing fee.
Jul 22 - Aug 20
8 to 9 year olds
100m swim, 1km run
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Register for 8 to 9 year oldsCA$21.67
$18 + $3.67 for Race Roster processing fee.
Jul 22 - Aug 20
10 to 11 year olds
150m swim, 1.5Km run
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Register for 10 to 11 year oldsCA$21.67
$18 + $3.67 for Race Roster processing fee.
Jul 22 - Aug 20
12 years old and older
200m swim, 2km run
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Register for 12 years old and olderCA$21.67
$18 + $3.67 for Race Roster processing fee.
Jul 22 - Aug 20
MAP, START TIMES & DISTANCES
THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT PARTNERS & SPONSORS
Huge thanks goes to our growing list of local sponsors and partners:
PARKING INFORMATION
- This summer, the Town of Cobourg is offering free downtown parking for the first 3 hours at specified Downtown Municipal Lots, as indicated by GREEN ARROWS on the map below:
- We recommend you park in these GREEN ARROW lots.
- There is also on-street parking and Waterfront Town of Cobourg BLUE ARROW lots available around the area which charge approximately $5/hour. The East Beach Parking area also charges all day long.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Zoey Read
- Phone
- (343) 263-3353
