Murphy’s Mission
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Location Hamilton, ON
- Price $67.60 - $78.50
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at Murphy’s Mission on Saturday, November 8, 2025! This vibrant event will take place at the picturesque Christie Lake Conservation Area in Hamilton, offering a fantastic atmosphere for participants of all ages and abilities. Choose your challenge with options including a Canicross run with your furry friend or a Human-Only run, featuring distances of 5K and 10K. The 10K route will take you on a thrilling adventure as you complete the scenic 5km loop twice, traversing a mix of grass, gravel, and rolling hills.
Whether you prefer a brisk run or a leisurely walk-with-dog option, this event truly embraces inclusivity and encourages everyone to join in on the fun. You'll also receive swag bags for both you and your dog, along with exciting prizes for the top fundraisers and race winners in each category. Murphy's Mission celebrates the legacy of Murphy, Steeltown Canicross' first shelter dog, and highlights the incredible work done with over 70 dogs from Hamilton Animal Services. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming and lively event that brings together the community for a good cause—mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day!
Whether you prefer a brisk run or a leisurely walk-with-dog option, this event truly embraces inclusivity and encourages everyone to join in on the fun. You'll also receive swag bags for both you and your dog, along with exciting prizes for the top fundraisers and race winners in each category. Murphy's Mission celebrates the legacy of Murphy, Steeltown Canicross' first shelter dog, and highlights the incredible work done with over 70 dogs from Hamilton Animal Services. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming and lively event that brings together the community for a good cause—mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
Join us on November 8, 2025, at Christie Lake Conservation Area for a fun and inclusive run with options for everyone! Choose between a Canicross (run with your dog) or a Human-Only run. Distances include 5K and 10K—the 10K will complete the approximately 5km loop twice. There's also a walk-with-dog option for a more relaxed pace. The course features grass, gravel, flat and rolling hills, on double-track terrain, making it suitable for all experience levels.Whether you're running solo or with your four-legged friend, this event welcomes all fitness levels. There will swag bags for you and your dog and prizes for our top fundraiser and race winners in each category!This event is held in honour of Murphy, Steeltown Canicross' first shelter dog that we took on a canicross group run. From there more than 70 dogs have been taken out on canicross runs every Saturday by Steeltown Canicross members.
Shadow (left), Wafer (middle), and Magnolia (right) are some of the shelter dogs from Hamilton Animal Services that Steeltown Canicross has taken out on their weekly run with them. Picture credit: Beatrice Yui
Shadow (left), Wafer (middle), and Magnolia (right) are some of the shelter dogs from Hamilton Animal Services that Steeltown Canicross has taken out on their weekly run with them. Picture credit: Beatrice Yui
Murphy’s Mission