BackRoads Family Drumstick Dash

Thursday, October 9, 2025 Past event

London, Ontario

Free · 2 races

1km, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for a festive celebration at the BackRoads Family Drumstick Dash on Thursday, October 9th, 2025, in London, Middlesex! Kicking off at 6:00 PM, this exciting event is the grand finale of the HOKA Hat Trick Series, inviting families and friends to come together for a fun-filled evening inspired by Thanksgiving. The event features two kids' races, a 400m and a 1km, allowing the youngest participants to show off their running skills before everyone joins in for a community social run.

Registration is completely FREE, with kids needing to sign up for their respective races. Don’t miss the chance to dress up in your Thanksgiving-themed attire, as HOKA will award a prize for the Best Dressed! This heartwarming event also supports the London Food Bank, encouraging attendees to bring non-perishable food donations to help those in need enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal. After crossing the finish line under the festive BackRoads arch, participants can enjoy Thanksgiving-themed snacks at the BackRoads taproom. Whether you’re running, walking, or soaking in the joyful atmosphere, the Drumstick Dash promises a memorable evening of family, gratitude, and community spirit. Join us for

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Kids 1k | Ages under 15

Free

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Kids 400m| Ages under 10

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Organiser's description

BackRoads Family Drumstick Dash 🦃, presented by HOKAJoin us on Thursday, October 9th at 6:00pm for the Grand Finale of the HOKA Hat Trick Series - the inaugural BackRoads Family Drumstick Dash!This Thanksgiving-inspired evening will bring together families, friends, and our running community for a fun and meaningful celebration. 🍂We’ll kick things off with two kids’ races - a 400m and a 1km - so the whole crowd can cheer on the youngest turkeys before heading out together for our weekly social run. Registration is FREE, and only the kids need to sign up for their runs!Both kids and adults will finish under the inflatable BackRoads arch, making for the perfect photo op in your Thanksgiving-themed attire. Don’t forget to dress up - HOKA is providing a prize for Best Dressed! 🍁More than just a run, this event supports the London Food Bank, helping ensure our neighbours in need can enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal. Everyone attending is encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations. Closer to race day, we’ll share a list of the most-needed items to maximize our impact. 🥧And the celebration doesn’t stop at the finish line - HOKA is bringing even more vibes with Thanksgiving-themed snacks in the BackRoads taproom après-run!Whether you’re running, walking, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, the Drumstick Dash is about family, gratitude, and giving back. Register your crew, join us for movement and laughter, and help make this Thanksgiving extra special for our community. 🍽️We can’t wait to see you at the arch!