Run4Lighthouse 2026
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Location Burlington, ON
- Races 12 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Run4Lighthouse 2026, taking place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the picturesque Burlington, Halton! This vibrant event features both a 1K and a 5K race, perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. Starting at Spencer Smith Park, located along the beautiful waterfront in Downtown Burlington, this event promises not only an exhilarating run but also a chance to make a real difference in the lives of grieving children and families in our community.
By participating, you’ll be contributing directly to Lighthouse, an organization dedicated to supporting over 400 children and families each year as they navigate the difficult journey of grief after losing a parent or sibling. With no government funding, Lighthouse relies on events like this to provide crucial grief support groups at no cost to families in need. Join us at 8:30 AM for warm-up and opening remarks, followed by the 1K race starting at 9:00 AM and the 5K race at 9:30 AM. With free parking available and a range of fun activities for children, including a bouncy castle and slide, the Run4Lighthouse 2026 is set to be an unforgettable
By participating, you’ll be contributing directly to Lighthouse, an organization dedicated to supporting over 400 children and families each year as they navigate the difficult journey of grief after losing a parent or sibling. With no government funding, Lighthouse relies on events like this to provide crucial grief support groups at no cost to families in need. Join us at 8:30 AM for warm-up and opening remarks, followed by the 1K race starting at 9:00 AM and the 5K race at 9:30 AM. With free parking available and a range of fun activities for children, including a bouncy castle and slide, the Run4Lighthouse 2026 is set to be an unforgettable
Organiser's Description
HOW YOUR PARTICIPATION HELPS GRIEVING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY.Each year, Lighthouse supports over 400 children, youth, and their families as they navigate their grief after the life-altering loss of a parent or sibling. Your event registration or donation will fund our grief support groups to ensure there is no cost to families who need them.Lighthouse does not receive government funding, so we rely on fundraising events and the generosity of our communities to be able to continue to offer our services free of charge to those that need them. Please join and help us ensure that no child grieves alone.TIMING: Warm Up/Opening Remarks - 8:30AM | 1K Start - 9:00AM | 5K Start - 9:30AMRoute Maps
Getting to the Race
Spencer Smith Park is located along the beautiful waterfront in Downtown Burlington. The park can be accessed easily via Brant St.From QEW Westbound: Take Brant St. Exit #101 and proceed south on Brant St. for about 3 km to Lakeshore Rd. Turn right on Lakeshore Rd. and you will come upon the event venue in 2 blocks at Burlington Ave. on your left at the waterfront.From QEW Eastbound: Take Exit #97 for North Shore Blvd. E. off the QEW. Continue east on North Shore Blvd. for 700m reaching Lake Shore Blvd. and Spencer Smith Park along the waterfront on your right.
ParkingParking on weekends at Burlington Municipal Lots is free.About 400 free parking spots are available at the municipal parking garage on Locust Street next to the Burlington Performing Arts Center (BPAC).Additional free parking is available at Municipal Lot #7 and #8 north of BPAC on Locust St., at Municipal lot #3 behind the No Frills Plaza on Brant St..Interactive Parking Map
SustainabilityTo boost event sustainability, participants are strongly encouraged to consider carpooling, using public transportation or cycling.www.BurlingtonTransit.caBurlington Cycling Map
Bag CheckBag Check will be made available at the event venue.
Health & SafetyAs an Athletics Ontario sanctioned event, we are adhering to the most updated best practices in the endurance event industry. A comprehensive Health & Safety Plan and an Emergency Management Plan have been developed, and various elements of the plans will be put in place should it become necessary. If you have any concerns in this regard, please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]
FacilitiesThroughout the venue, our partners will be providing food and beverage items (for sampling and purchase). For your convenience, clean and accessible washroom and handwashing facilities will be located on-site.There will be a range of engaging activities especially for children to enjoy including a bouncy castle and slide.
Getting to the Race
Spencer Smith Park is located along the beautiful waterfront in Downtown Burlington. The park can be accessed easily via Brant St.From QEW Westbound: Take Brant St. Exit #101 and proceed south on Brant St. for about 3 km to Lakeshore Rd. Turn right on Lakeshore Rd. and you will come upon the event venue in 2 blocks at Burlington Ave. on your left at the waterfront.From QEW Eastbound: Take Exit #97 for North Shore Blvd. E. off the QEW. Continue east on North Shore Blvd. for 700m reaching Lake Shore Blvd. and Spencer Smith Park along the waterfront on your right.
ParkingParking on weekends at Burlington Municipal Lots is free.About 400 free parking spots are available at the municipal parking garage on Locust Street next to the Burlington Performing Arts Center (BPAC).Additional free parking is available at Municipal Lot #7 and #8 north of BPAC on Locust St., at Municipal lot #3 behind the No Frills Plaza on Brant St..Interactive Parking Map
SustainabilityTo boost event sustainability, participants are strongly encouraged to consider carpooling, using public transportation or cycling.www.BurlingtonTransit.caBurlington Cycling Map
Bag CheckBag Check will be made available at the event venue.
Health & SafetyAs an Athletics Ontario sanctioned event, we are adhering to the most updated best practices in the endurance event industry. A comprehensive Health & Safety Plan and an Emergency Management Plan have been developed, and various elements of the plans will be put in place should it become necessary. If you have any concerns in this regard, please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]
FacilitiesThroughout the venue, our partners will be providing food and beverage items (for sampling and purchase). For your convenience, clean and accessible washroom and handwashing facilities will be located on-site.There will be a range of engaging activities especially for children to enjoy including a bouncy castle and slide.
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Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, Canada
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