Lunenburg 5k Road Race and Muffin Run 2025

Sunday, June 8, 2025 Past event

Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

CA$39.06–CA$44.43 · 4 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the Lunenburg 5km Road Race and Muffin Run on Sunday, June 8, 2025, in the picturesque town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site! This exciting event is part of the Run Nova Scotia Race Series and offers participants a fantastic opportunity to walk or run a scenic 5km route while soaking in the stunning sights of this historic area. The race not only promotes fitness and community spirit but also serves as a fundraiser for the West Nova Fuels Soccer Club and the Canadian Dory Racing Association, fostering local youth programs.

Starting at 9:00 AM, the route takes runners on a delightful journey through town, passing charming old buildings, the bustling boardwalk, and iconic fishing vessels, culminating in a thrilling downhill sprint to the finish line. Participants are encouraged to register early to secure their race t-shirt, and all finishers can look forward to a post-race reception filled with delicious homemade muffins and exciting draw prizes from local merchants. With a race registration fee of $40.00 ($35.00 for RNS members), this event promises to be a fun-filled day for runners and walkers of all ages. Don't miss out on this vibrant celebration of community and sport in beautiful

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5k Regular Runner

CA$44.43

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Lunenburg County Resident & RNS Member

CA$39.06

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5k Lunenburg County Resident

CA$39.06

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5k Run NS Member

CA$39.06

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Organiser's description

We are back in June for the Muffin Run! We are part of the Run Nova Scotia Race Series again this year. If is a fantastic opportunity to do a 5Km walk or Run while taking in the sights of Lunenburg "A World Heritage Site". The 5k is now a fundraiser for the West Nova Fuels Soccer Club and the Canadian Dory Racing Association and is part of the Run Nova Scotia Road Race Series! It allows kids in the Lunenburg County to participate in a great community program and we are also promoting the Lunenburg Dory Program.The route will take you through a stroll through town starting at the community centre. Passing by the board walk and the Bluenose and many other working fishing vessels. Between breaths - Try to take in the sites of old buildings and salty air. The route takes you around the outside edge of town to see the Lunenburg Academy towering for all to see. Back into town for a downhill sprint to the finish line. The race starts at 9:00 this year and the race route will be open until 11am.
This event is always enjoyed by a large number of runners and walkers. There is a race t-shirt for those participants that register before May 15th. We do not mail out the race t-shirt if you do not show up on race day. Sizes are given out based on first come and first serve on race day. Please be aware that non-service dogs are banned from participating in the race and if you're running with a stroller please line up at the back.The Awards and Reception: Begins in Lunenburg Community Center, 10 minutes after the final runner finishes the race. It is here where the hundreds of homemade muffins made by the numerous volunteers are found that make this an even further special event.
Special Draw Prizes: Many draw prizes are donated by local merchants. With some fun raffle draws on big prizes.Race registration is $40.00 and $45.00 for race day registration. RNS members will pay $35.00 as part of their discounted price. We are doing awards for Lunenburg County runners and we would like to track who our RNS members are so please check off if you fall into these categories.This event is organized by the West Nova Fuel Lunenburg United Soccer Club and the the local Canadian Dory Racing Association. The race is to give back to the people in our community.