Mapleton Sunflower Run 2025

Saturday, August 16, 2025 Past event

Mapleton, Ontario

Free–CA$36.78 · 3 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for the vibrant Mapleton Sunflower Run 2025, happening on Saturday, August 16th, in the beautiful surroundings of Mapleton, Wellington! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all skill levels to experience the scenic country terrain and breathtaking sunflower fields. With race distances tailored for everyone, participants can choose from a fun 2km kids race, a 5km challenge for adults and kids over 10, or tackle the 10km course for those aged over 13.

The race kicks off at 10 am, following registration at 9 am, and concludes with a festive medal ceremony at 11:30 am. All participants will be awarded a stunning sunflower medal crafted by a talented local blacksmith, along with a stylish t-shirt or tank top. After the race, enjoy live music, explore a unique handmade market, and savor delicious food from friendly vendors, including a grain bin bar for a celebratory drink! Parking is convenient, with a delightful wagon ride to the registration area. Gather your friends and family and join us for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and sunshine on August 16th! Shine your light!

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Races

2k Kids and Family Race

Free

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5k Race

CA$36.78

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10k Race

CA$36.78

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Organiser's description

Come and run through a field of sunflowers and country terrain. Part of the race takes place on a road. Starts and ends in the field of sunflowers. This race is for those wanting to walk or run. Very friendly environment. If it's your very first race or you are a very experienced racer anyone can join and have a wonderful time. This is a timed race with different length options. They are all loops so you don't have to worry about seeing the same route twice if you are doing the 10k. 2km kids race,5km adult or kids over 10 looking for more of a challenge, 10km adult race or kids over 13. Male and female winners from all categories receive beautiful hand made sunflower medals made by a local black smith.*Registration begins at 9am*Race begins at 10am *medal ceremony at 11:30amAll racers receive a beautiful bright tshirt or tank top of their choosing as a part of their Registration fee. When your race is over enjoy live music and can shop in a unique handmade tented market. Lots of friendly vendors with creative goods of all kinds. Food available to purchase even a grain bin bar to grab a celebratory beverage. When you arrive park at the front of the farm and you will be greeted by our friendly tractor drivers. They'll give you a wagon ride to Registration at the back where the race will begin. We hope to see you and your friends this summer on Saturday Aug 16! Shine your light!