Running Of The Steers
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Location Kingston, NS
- Price Free - $29.26
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Get ready for a day of family fun and excitement at the Running Of The Steers on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Kings! This vibrant event celebrates the longest-running BBQ of its kind in North America, inviting participants and spectators to don their finest red and white attire and ring their cowbells in support.
The event features a variety of race distances suitable for all ages, starting with the Baby Bulls race for little ones aged 0-5, covering a fun 200 meters at 9 am, followed by the Miniature Matadors (6-12 years) taking on a 1 km course at 9:10 am. The highlight of the day is the Running Of The Steers, a thrilling 5 km race kicking off at 9:40 am. Best of all, children 12 and under can join in for free, while participants aged 12 and over can register for just $25. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy the community spirit, meet Kingsley the Steer, and support the Kingston Farmers Market!
The event features a variety of race distances suitable for all ages, starting with the Baby Bulls race for little ones aged 0-5, covering a fun 200 meters at 9 am, followed by the Miniature Matadors (6-12 years) taking on a 1 km course at 9:10 am. The highlight of the day is the Running Of The Steers, a thrilling 5 km race kicking off at 9:40 am. Best of all, children 12 and under can join in for free, while participants aged 12 and over can register for just $25. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy the community spirit, meet Kingsley the Steer, and support the Kingston Farmers Market!
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Running Of The Steers
The Running Of the Steers is a family fun event that celebrates the longest running BBQ of its kind in North America. Spectators and participants alike are encouraged to wear red and white and bring their cowbells for the event! Bring the whole family to meet Kingsley the Steer! This event is a fundraiser for and hosted by the Kingston Farmers Market with help from Core Endurance.START TIMES:9 am- Baby Bulls (0-5 years) (200m)9:10am -Miniature Matadors (6-12 years) (1km)9:40 am-Running Of The Steers (5km)COST:12 and under-FREE12 and over $25
The Running Of the Steers is a family fun event that celebrates the longest running BBQ of its kind in North America. Spectators and participants alike are encouraged to wear red and white and bring their cowbells for the event! Bring the whole family to meet Kingsley the Steer! This event is a fundraiser for and hosted by the Kingston Farmers Market with help from Core Endurance.START TIMES:9 am- Baby Bulls (0-5 years) (200m)9:10am -Miniature Matadors (6-12 years) (1km)9:40 am-Running Of The Steers (5km)COST:12 and under-FREE12 and over $25
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Aurora Inn, Main Street, Kingston, NS, Canada
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