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 exciting evening of camaraderie and competition at the Antigonish Highland Games 5 Mile Road Race on Friday, July 10, 2026! Set in the picturesque town of Antigonish, this flat, out-and-back course begins at Columbus Field, the vibrant hub of the Highland Games festivities. Participants will enjoy a scenic route that features approximately three miles of gravelled path without traffic, making it ideal for runners of all levels. The race kicks off at 6:00 PM, with a dirt track start and finish, adding to the unique experience.
As you lace up your running shoes, don't miss out on the fantastic perks included with your entry fee! The first 200 participants will receive a technical t-shirt, while those 19 and over will enjoy a refreshment ticket and access to the Concert Under the Stars. Young runners aged 18 and under can participate for just $25. With cash prizes for the top male and female finishers, as well as age category awards and special trophies, there’s plenty of incentive to bring your best performance. Join us for a memorable evening filled with cheers, prizes, and the spirited atmosphere of the Antigonish Highland Games!
As you lace up your running shoes, don't miss out on the fantastic perks included with your entry fee! The first 200 participants will receive a technical t-shirt, while those 19 and over will enjoy a refreshment ticket and access to the Concert Under the Stars. Young runners aged 18 and under can participate for just $25. With cash prizes for the top male and female finishers, as well as age category awards and special trophies, there’s plenty of incentive to bring your best performance. Join us for a memorable evening filled with cheers, prizes, and the spirited atmosphere of the Antigonish Highland Games!
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
**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 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
**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
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