Grand Falls Running - Potato Festival
- Date Sun 28th June 2026
- Location Grand-Sault, NB
- Price $58.04 - $63.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Grand Falls Running event on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in the picturesque town of Grand Falls, Victoria! This inaugural running event is held in conjunction with the beloved Grand Falls Potato Festival, promising a day filled with fun, fitness, and festivities. Participants can choose between two scenic race distances: a 5km and a 10km, both of which are professionally chip-timed for an accurate finish.
The race route offers a delightful experience with rolling hills and breathtaking views along the historic Trans Canada Trail, overlooking the stunning Saint John River. Runners will enjoy a fast and flat course that includes a water station at the 5km turnaround, while the 10km route continues towards the McCain plant before returning to the vibrant festival grounds. After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their achievements with post-race snacks and engage in the lively festival atmosphere, including the much-anticipated parade. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a community-focused event that supports local causes—mark your calendars for June 28 and join in the fun!
The race route offers a delightful experience with rolling hills and breathtaking views along the historic Trans Canada Trail, overlooking the stunning Saint John River. Runners will enjoy a fast and flat course that includes a water station at the 5km turnaround, while the 10km route continues towards the McCain plant before returning to the vibrant festival grounds. After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their achievements with post-race snacks and engage in the lively festival atmosphere, including the much-anticipated parade. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a community-focused event that supports local causes—mark your calendars for June 28 and join in the fun!
Organiser's Description
2026 Grand Falls Running event in collaboration with the Grand Falls Potato FestivalJune 28, 2026Race Day Participation:Come for the race and stay for the festival! The first year of the volunteer-only lead and organized 5km and 10km Grand Falls Running event is a professionally chip timed fun run/walk event. Enjoy a scenic route of rolling hills through Grand Falls. Starting at the Potato Festival grounds Bistro, up the traffic controlled street section to enjoy the fast and flat main section of the historical Trans Canada Trail overlooking the Saint John river. The 5km turnaround/water station at the foot of the old train track bridge to back track to the start/finish. The 10km route will continue onto past the 5km turnaround with signage, and up towards the McCain plant on the fast Trans Canada Trail, then turn around with a water station on the same route to the start/finish line. Celebrate your fun run/walk completion at the Bistro, and in time for the festival parade. Grand Falls Potato Festival official website: https://gfpotatofestival.ca/We encourage all participants to carry their own hydration and nutrition for the event. We will have limited self-serve water stations.The event is professionally chip-timed by Atlantic Chip. Official results will be updated during the event.
Registration includes:Race bib with chipGrand Falls Running branded swagCustomized finishing medalProfessionally chip-timed raceEvent photosTop 3 male and female awards per distancePost-event snacksFree parkingCertified first-aid trained course supportRunning shoe friendship laces self-serve creation stationSelfie photo booth More activitiesProceeds to a local cause
Race kit pick upSaturday June 27th 1:00pm-4:00pm You may have another person to pick up your race kit for youSunday June 28th 7:30am-8:30am 1 Rue Chapel Street, Grand Falls, NB E3Z 2Z6 Potato Festival grounds*mandatory fee for same-day pick up
Limited same-day event registration will be available at an increased price as it takes extra resources to offer. Please allow excess time to complete waivers and registrant forms. 7:30am-8:30am.5km - $80 cash10km - $80 cash
Registration includes:Race bib with chipGrand Falls Running branded swagCustomized finishing medalProfessionally chip-timed raceEvent photosTop 3 male and female awards per distancePost-event snacksFree parkingCertified first-aid trained course supportRunning shoe friendship laces self-serve creation stationSelfie photo booth More activitiesProceeds to a local cause
Race kit pick upSaturday June 27th 1:00pm-4:00pm You may have another person to pick up your race kit for youSunday June 28th 7:30am-8:30am 1 Rue Chapel Street, Grand Falls, NB E3Z 2Z6 Potato Festival grounds*mandatory fee for same-day pick up
Limited same-day event registration will be available at an increased price as it takes extra resources to offer. Please allow excess time to complete waivers and registrant forms. 7:30am-8:30am.5km - $80 cash10km - $80 cash
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1 Rue Chapel Street, Grand-Sault, NB E3Z 2Z6, Canada
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