2026 Southern Footprints
- Date Sun 26th April 2026
- Location Leamington, ON
- Races 10 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 2026 Southern Footprints event, taking place on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in the scenic Leamington, Essex! Lace up your shoes and join in on the action with a variety of race options including a 5K Walk/Run, 10K Run, and 15K Run, along with a delightful Kids 1K Dash and a lively Mascot Race. This year, the event will take you through the breathtaking Point Pelee National Park, where you'll experience Canada's second smallest yet most ecologically diverse national park.
The race course features a captivating combination of road and trails, offering an unforgettable journey through nature. Participants can enjoy a 5K loop for the 5K race, two loops for the 10K, and three loops for the 15K, with a requirement to finish the 15K in under two hours. Remember to arrive early, as parking is limited and it’s a short 15-minute walk from the gate to the visitor center. Please note that for safety reasons, pets and strollers are not allowed on the course. Register now and be part of this fantastic community event, with proceeds benefiting the
The race course features a captivating combination of road and trails, offering an unforgettable journey through nature. Participants can enjoy a 5K loop for the 5K race, two loops for the 10K, and three loops for the 15K, with a requirement to finish the 15K in under two hours. Remember to arrive early, as parking is limited and it’s a short 15-minute walk from the gate to the visitor center. Please note that for safety reasons, pets and strollers are not allowed on the course. Register now and be part of this fantastic community event, with proceeds benefiting the
Organiser's Description
IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN! LACE UP YOUR SHOES AND REGISTER TODAY! FOR SOUTHERN FOOTPRINTSSUNDAY, APRIL 26, 2026Denise, Jenn and David are happy to announce the 5K Walk / Run, 10K Run and 15K Run plus Kids 1K dash and Mascot race are back for another great adventure! The race will take you on a journey through the Point Pelee National Park . At the southernmost point of the Canadian mainland, come experience nature like never before. Run/ walk Canada’s second smallest and most ecologically diverse national park. The course is a combination of road and trails, immersing yourself in an unforgettable experience. The course a 5K loop, 10k 2 loops ,15K 3 loops. Be sure to arrive early as it is 15 minutes from gate to visitors center. If possible car pool as parking is limited. Those in 15k must be able to finish in 2 hours. Though we love our furry friends and little children due to safety no dogs or strollers are allowed.Register at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113896/2026-southernfootprints Entry into park is included in registrationPacket pickup 7:00-8:30Mascot Race 8:45 Kids Dash: 9 a.mRace 5k/10k/15k 9:10Note, There will be no race day registrationProceeds to:Crime Stoppers Erie Shores Health Foundation
Races
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15K Run
CLOSED -
Ca$66.98
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5K Run
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Ca$61.59
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10K Run
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Ca$66.98
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5K Walk
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Ca$61.59
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Kids Dash
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Ca$23.83
CLOSED
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Point Pelee National Park, Point Pelee Drive, Leamington, ON, Canada
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2026 Southern Footprints