Keji's Backyard Ultra 2026
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Location Annapolis County, NS
- Price $126.43
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of endurance and camaraderie at the 5th annual Keji's Backyard Ultra, taking place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Annapolis. This unique race format challenges participants to complete a 6.67-kilometer out-and-back course every hour, encouraging both competition and socialization among runners. The event kicks off at 9 AM, and runners have one hour to finish each loop; those who complete it in under an hour can relax until the next round begins! This thrilling race continues until only one competitor remains who can finish within the time limit.
With enticing prizes including $2,000 for the winner, $1,000 for the assist, and $500 for the top female finisher, the stakes are high! Plus, volunteers from the previous year's event can enjoy free entry, making this an even more engaging community experience. Don't miss out on the fun, friendly atmosphere along the stunning gravel trails. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event in Annapolis!
With enticing prizes including $2,000 for the winner, $1,000 for the assist, and $500 for the top female finisher, the stakes are high! Plus, volunteers from the previous year's event can enjoy free entry, making this an even more engaging community experience. Don't miss out on the fun, friendly atmosphere along the stunning gravel trails. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event in Annapolis!
Organiser's Description
5th annual Keji's Backyard Ultra2026 Bronze Ticket Event
Registration opens at 8:00pm on Thursday June 12, 2025
*the winner will receive $2000!
*the assist will receive $1000!
*top female will receive $500!
*optional swag will be offered
*Volunteers from the 2025 event, along with the top female and male receive a free entry, so you don't have to stress about registering!Please take a look at the carbon calculator on the Tree Canada website and consider trying to offset your emissions to our event by planting a tree! https://treecanada.ca/carbon-calculator/ This is how it works: starting at 9am, everyone has 1 hour to complete the 6.67k out-and-back course. If you finish before 10am, you get to sit, socialize, and rest until the next loop starts at 10am. This continues every hour until only one runner can complete the loop under 1 hour. If you are over 1 hour for a loop, your race is done. This format is a super fun way to log big mileage with great people on a beautiful and easy gravel trail. *Registration/Start/Finish location is at the Jim Charles Point parking lot. 1. 75% refund up to March 1st, 2026 and 50% refund up to May 15th, 2026. 2. No transfers allowed since we have a wait list. 3. Deferrals are allowed if you can volunteer for a 6 hour shift at the 2026 event.Distance to the good stuff from the start/finish area:
Bathrooms & Showers = 12 metres
Beach (lake) = 65 metres
Lakeview Cafe & Eatery = 10kms (located in the park)
Hollow Log Cafe = 25.4kms (in Caledonia)
Clover Farm grocery store = 25.5kms (in Caledonia)
Pharmacy = 25.7kms (in Caledonia)
Nearest gas station = 26.7kms (in Caledonia)Out & Back Course with ~35m+/yard
Registration opens at 8:00pm on Thursday June 12, 2025
*the winner will receive $2000!
*the assist will receive $1000!
*top female will receive $500!
*optional swag will be offered
*Volunteers from the 2025 event, along with the top female and male receive a free entry, so you don't have to stress about registering!Please take a look at the carbon calculator on the Tree Canada website and consider trying to offset your emissions to our event by planting a tree! https://treecanada.ca/carbon-calculator/ This is how it works: starting at 9am, everyone has 1 hour to complete the 6.67k out-and-back course. If you finish before 10am, you get to sit, socialize, and rest until the next loop starts at 10am. This continues every hour until only one runner can complete the loop under 1 hour. If you are over 1 hour for a loop, your race is done. This format is a super fun way to log big mileage with great people on a beautiful and easy gravel trail. *Registration/Start/Finish location is at the Jim Charles Point parking lot. 1. 75% refund up to March 1st, 2026 and 50% refund up to May 15th, 2026. 2. No transfers allowed since we have a wait list. 3. Deferrals are allowed if you can volunteer for a 6 hour shift at the 2026 event.Distance to the good stuff from the start/finish area:
Bathrooms & Showers = 12 metres
Beach (lake) = 65 metres
Lakeview Cafe & Eatery = 10kms (located in the park)
Hollow Log Cafe = 25.4kms (in Caledonia)
Clover Farm grocery store = 25.5kms (in Caledonia)
Pharmacy = 25.7kms (in Caledonia)
Nearest gas station = 26.7kms (in Caledonia)Out & Back Course with ~35m+/yard
Keji's Backyard Ultra 2026