Canada Day 5th Street Mile

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Past event
Courtenay, British Columbia
Free · 1 race

Event summary

Get ready to celebrate Canada Day with a thrilling dash at the Canada Day 5th Street Mile in beautiful Courtenay, Comox Valley! On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, join fellow runners and families for a fun, fast mile through the heart of the community. The race kicks off at 9:30 am at the corner of 5th Street and Woods Ave, following the scenic parade route down 5th Street and into Simms Park. This cherished tradition is perfect for runners of all ages, and every child will receive a refreshing freezie award at the finish line!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting event—make sure to register before 9:00 pm on June 30, 2025, as there are no race day registrations. Bib pick-up will be available on Sunday, June 30, from 2:00-5:00 pm at FOVEO Running, with day-of pickup starting at 8:30 am at Lake Trail Community School. Gather your family and friends for a memorable Canada Day celebration filled with camaraderie, refreshments, and draw prizes at Simms Millennium Park right after the race. Come run, cheer, and enjoy the festive atmosphere in

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Organiser's description

Continue the tradition of running the 5th Street Mile on Canada Day,Tuesday, July 1, 2025!Come join a longstanding Comox Valley tradition! We will be running the parade route, down 5th Street and into Simms Park before the parade. This is a fun, family-friendly, fast mile.Register before 9:00 pm, June 30th. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS.Bib Pick-Up: Sunday, June 30th 2:00-5:00pm at FOVEO Running. Day of bib pickup starts at 8:30 am at Lake Trail Community School parking lot (805 Willemar Ave., Courtenay.)Race Start: 9:30 am at the corner of 5th Street and Woods Ave.Timing: No official timing. Finish line clock will display elapsed time from start.Refreshments, Draw Prizes, & Awards: Immediately after the race at Simms Millennium Park. All kids receive a freezie award!Due to safety concerns, no dogs, bikes, or skateboards. Strollers at the back.Questions? Contact Adam Commandeur at [email protected]

Location

805 Willemar Avenue, Courtenay, BC, Canada

805 Willemar Ave, Courtenay, BC, V9N 3L7, CA

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