Canada Day 5th Street Mile
- Date Wed 1st July 2026
- Location Courtenay, BC
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Celebrate Canada Day by joining the vibrant 5th Street Mile on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in the beautiful Comox Valley! This exciting event continues a beloved local tradition, inviting participants of all ages to run the scenic parade route along 5th Street, culminating in the picturesque Simms Park. With a focus on fun and community spirit, this family-friendly race offers a fast mile for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike.
Make sure to register before the deadline of 9:00 PM on June 30th, as there will be no race day registrations. Bib pick-up will take place on June 30th from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at FOVEO Running, with day-of bib pickup starting at 8:30 AM at the Lake Trail Community School parking lot. The race kicks off at 9:30 AM at the corner of 5th Street and Woods Avenue, and while there is no official timing, a finish line clock will display your elapsed time. After the race, join us at Simms Millennium Park for refreshments, exciting draw prizes, and special awards, where every kid will receive a delightful freezie award! Remember, for safety, no dogs, bikes,
Make sure to register before the deadline of 9:00 PM on June 30th, as there will be no race day registrations. Bib pick-up will take place on June 30th from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at FOVEO Running, with day-of bib pickup starting at 8:30 AM at the Lake Trail Community School parking lot. The race kicks off at 9:30 AM at the corner of 5th Street and Woods Avenue, and while there is no official timing, a finish line clock will display your elapsed time. After the race, join us at Simms Millennium Park for refreshments, exciting draw prizes, and special awards, where every kid will receive a delightful freezie award! Remember, for safety, no dogs, bikes,
Organiser's Description
Continue the tradition of running the 5th Street Mile on Canada Day,Wednesday, July 1, 2026!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: Tuesday, 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 Sarah Olmstead at 5streetmile@gmail.com
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Canada Day 5th Street Mile
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805 Willemar Avenue, Courtenay, BC, Canada
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