Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race
- Date Fri 10th July 2026
- Location Antigonish, NS
- Price $29.26 - $56.26
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race on Friday, July 10, 2026! This exciting event will take place in the charming town of Antigonish, starting at 6:00 PM at Columbus Field, the heart of the Highland Games festivities. Runners will enjoy a flat, scenic, out-and-back course that spans three miles of gravel path, followed by two miles on paved streets, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable race.
Participants will not only compete for cash prizes and prestigious trophies in various categories, but the first 200 registrants will also receive a stylish technical t-shirt. After the race, join in the fun at the reception in Ceilidh Corner and enjoy access to the Concert Under the Stars. With entry fees set at just $25 for junior and youth runners, this is an event for everyone! Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this vibrant community celebration that combines athleticism with the rich culture of the Antigonish Highland Games. Lace up your running shoes and be ready for an unforgettable evening!
Participants will not only compete for cash prizes and prestigious trophies in various categories, but the first 200 registrants will also receive a stylish technical t-shirt. After the race, join in the fun at the reception in Ceilidh Corner and enjoy access to the Concert Under the Stars. With entry fees set at just $25 for junior and youth runners, this is an event for everyone! Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this vibrant community celebration that combines athleticism with the rich culture of the Antigonish Highland Games. Lace up your running shoes and be ready for an unforgettable evening!
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 for the first 200 participants. Refreshment ticket for those 19 years and over and access to the Concert Under the Stars. 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
**Entry to the Concert Under the Stars is included with senior registration
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 for the first 200 participants. Refreshment ticket for those 19 years and over and access to the Concert Under the Stars. 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
**Entry to the Concert Under the Stars is included with senior registration
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