Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race
Friday, July 11, 2025
Past event
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
CA$29.26–CA$50.86 · 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting evening of athleticism and community spirit at the Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race on Friday, July 11, 2025! Set in the picturesque town of Antigonish, this event kicks off at 6:00 PM from the vibrant Columbus Field, the heart of the Highland Games festivities. Participants will enjoy a flat, scenic out-and-back course that combines three miles of a tranquil gravel path with a stretch of paved streets, ensuring a delightful running experience for all.
Runners of all ages are welcome to join this exhilarating race, with entry fees that cater to Junior Runners (18 and under) at just $25. Each participant will receive a technical t-shirt and a refreshment ticket for those 19 and older. After the race, celebrate your achievements in Ceilidh Corner, where cash prizes await the top three male and female finishers. With numerous awards and trophies for various age categories, including special recognitions for local racers, this event promises to be a memorable highlight of the summer. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this fantastic community gathering—mark your calendars for the Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race!
Runners of all ages are welcome to join this exhilarating race, with entry fees that cater to Junior Runners (18 and under) at just $25. Each participant will receive a technical t-shirt and a refreshment ticket for those 19 and older. After the race, celebrate your achievements in Ceilidh Corner, where cash prizes await the top three male and female finishers. With numerous awards and trophies for various age categories, including special recognitions for local racers, this event promises to be a memorable highlight of the summer. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this fantastic community gathering—mark your calendars for the Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race!
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5 Miler
Entries closedCA$50.86
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5 Miler - 18 and under
Entries closedCA$29.26
Organiser's description
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Course Description: Flat, out and back. Starting at Columbus Field, site of the Antigonish Highland Games. The 5 Mile Road Race will begin at 6:00PM on the Track at Columbus Field East End of Main Street. The course is three miles (approximately) of a gravelled path (no traffic), with the remainder on paved streets. The start and finish are on a dirt track. Entry fee includes: includes Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race technical t-shirt. Refreshment ticket for those 19 years and over. The fee for Junior Runners (18 and Under) and Youth Runners (13 and Under) is $25.00. Reception in Ceilidh Corner will follow the race. Prizes: Cash prizes for the top three Male and Female runners. Antigonish Highland Games medals for the top three finishers in each age category.TrophiesOpen Male Angus & Marie MacDonald Trophy Open Female Alex J. MacAdam PlaqueJunior Male (18 & Under) Stu MacMillian Plaque Junior Female (18 & Under) Joe Earle Award Master Male (40 & Over) Leonard Thompson Memorial Trophy Master Female (40 & Over) Fonse MacIntyre Memorial Trophy Senior Master Male(50 & Over) Cameron’s Jewelers Trophy Senior Master Female (50 & over) The Cameron Cup Grand Master Male (60 & Over) Brian MacLeod Plaque Grand Master Female (60 & Over) Irene MacLeod Plaque Top Local Male Runner (Antigonish/Pictou Counties) Frank MacGibbon Trophy Top Local Female Runner (Antigonish) The “PAHG” Award......Evelyn and Donald Gillis Trophy Youth (13 and Under) Male and Female: Fastest Kilted Runner Race kits will be available for pick-up after 3:00PM on race day at Columbus Field
Start Time - 6:00 pm **Runners should be able to complete the course in 60 minutes. Due to games scheduling awards presentation must begin no later than at 7:00 pm
**Access to field will be closed at 6:30 pm. People staying to watch the Concert Under the Stars are asked to purchase a ticket at the Admissions Gate
Course Description: Flat, out and back. Starting at Columbus Field, site of the Antigonish Highland Games. The 5 Mile Road Race will begin at 6:00PM on the Track at Columbus Field East End of Main Street. The course is three miles (approximately) of a gravelled path (no traffic), with the remainder on paved streets. The start and finish are on a dirt track. Entry fee includes: includes Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race technical t-shirt. Refreshment ticket for those 19 years and over. The fee for Junior Runners (18 and Under) and Youth Runners (13 and Under) is $25.00. Reception in Ceilidh Corner will follow the race. Prizes: Cash prizes for the top three Male and Female runners. Antigonish Highland Games medals for the top three finishers in each age category.TrophiesOpen Male Angus & Marie MacDonald Trophy Open Female Alex J. MacAdam PlaqueJunior Male (18 & Under) Stu MacMillian Plaque Junior Female (18 & Under) Joe Earle Award Master Male (40 & Over) Leonard Thompson Memorial Trophy Master Female (40 & Over) Fonse MacIntyre Memorial Trophy Senior Master Male(50 & Over) Cameron’s Jewelers Trophy Senior Master Female (50 & over) The Cameron Cup Grand Master Male (60 & Over) Brian MacLeod Plaque Grand Master Female (60 & Over) Irene MacLeod Plaque Top Local Male Runner (Antigonish/Pictou Counties) Frank MacGibbon Trophy Top Local Female Runner (Antigonish) The “PAHG” Award......Evelyn and Donald Gillis Trophy Youth (13 and Under) Male and Female: Fastest Kilted Runner Race kits will be available for pick-up after 3:00PM on race day at Columbus Field
Start Time - 6:00 pm **Runners should be able to complete the course in 60 minutes. Due to games scheduling awards presentation must begin no later than at 7:00 pm
**Access to field will be closed at 6:30 pm. People staying to watch the Concert Under the Stars are asked to purchase a ticket at the Admissions Gate
Location
Columbus Field, Main St, Antigonish, NS, Canada
121 Main St, Antigonish, NS, B2G 2N8, CA
Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race
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