Take The Parkade
- Date Fri 12th September 2025
- Location Winnipeg, MB
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable night of adrenaline and excitement at "Take The Parkade: The Golden Pursuit" on Friday, September 12th, 2025, in Winnipeg, Manitoba! This electrifying relay race invites teams of four to tackle a thrilling 400-meter course set against the stunning backdrop of the Bay Parkade Rooftop. With the iconic Golden Boy glowing above and high-energy vibes fueled by a live DJ and smoke machines, participants will navigate hills, hairpin turns, and straightaways as they race for glory.
Starting at 8:00 PM, the event promises an exhilarating atmosphere where competitors will face off in a bracket-style, single elimination format. Each team must include at least two members who identify as female or non-binary, ensuring an inclusive and diverse racing experience. With a maximum of 450 teams battling it out and a lively after-party featuring food, drinks, prizes, and surprises, this is one event you won't want to miss. Gather your crew, lace up your running shoes, and prepare for an evening full of fun, camaraderie, and fierce competition!
Starting at 8:00 PM, the event promises an exhilarating atmosphere where competitors will face off in a bracket-style, single elimination format. Each team must include at least two members who identify as female or non-binary, ensuring an inclusive and diverse racing experience. With a maximum of 450 teams battling it out and a lively after-party featuring food, drinks, prizes, and surprises, this is one event you won't want to miss. Gather your crew, lace up your running shoes, and prepare for an evening full of fun, camaraderie, and fierce competition!
Organiser's Description
TAKE THE PARKADE: THE GOLDEN PURSUIT
Presented by City Park Runners × ON × Astige
Get your crew of 4 ready for the most ELECTRIC relay Winnipeg’s ever seen — rooftop parkade style.
The backdrop:
– Twinkling stars
– The Golden Boy glowing
– Lights. Live DJ. Smoke Machine's. High Energy.
– And 200 racers chasing glory across concrete lanes.
Friday, September 12th
8:00 PM
The Bay Parkade Rooftop (450 Portage Ave)
$30/participant to register
The Challenge:
A 400m course with hills (what goes down, must come up), hairpin turns, and straightaways — all lit by LED, pumped with music, and designed to test your speed and strategy.
The Premise:There will be multiple heats and waves. 5-6 teams per heat.Bracket style to make it fair.
This relay is a bracket-style, single elimination format where the fastest teams moves on to the next round. To keep things equal and inclusive, 2 or more of your team members must identify as female or non-binary.
Each team member will run 400 meters before passing the baton to their next teammate. The team with the fastest combined time will be declared the winner for that heat. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a beginner taking on your first relay, you won’t want to miss this electric energy! Teams of 450 teams max!
First to the finish OWNS the night. Why?
Because... why not?
Unreal vibes. Post-run food. Drinks. Prizes and Surprises. GRAB YOUR CREW and GET READY TO RUN FAST This one’s gonna MOVE.
Run Of Show:6:00pm - Runner check in opens7:00pm - Runner check in closes7:15pm - Warm up and circuit preview7:30pm - Runner pre race briefing/instruction7:45pm - Relay teams in staging areas/corals8:00pm - Let the races begin10:00pm - After party and awards
Presented by City Park Runners × ON × Astige
Get your crew of 4 ready for the most ELECTRIC relay Winnipeg’s ever seen — rooftop parkade style.
The backdrop:
– Twinkling stars
– The Golden Boy glowing
– Lights. Live DJ. Smoke Machine's. High Energy.
– And 200 racers chasing glory across concrete lanes.
Friday, September 12th
8:00 PM
The Bay Parkade Rooftop (450 Portage Ave)
$30/participant to register
The Challenge:
A 400m course with hills (what goes down, must come up), hairpin turns, and straightaways — all lit by LED, pumped with music, and designed to test your speed and strategy.
The Premise:There will be multiple heats and waves. 5-6 teams per heat.Bracket style to make it fair.
This relay is a bracket-style, single elimination format where the fastest teams moves on to the next round. To keep things equal and inclusive, 2 or more of your team members must identify as female or non-binary.
Each team member will run 400 meters before passing the baton to their next teammate. The team with the fastest combined time will be declared the winner for that heat. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a beginner taking on your first relay, you won’t want to miss this electric energy! Teams of 450 teams max!
First to the finish OWNS the night. Why?
Because... why not?
Unreal vibes. Post-run food. Drinks. Prizes and Surprises. GRAB YOUR CREW and GET READY TO RUN FAST This one’s gonna MOVE.
Run Of Show:6:00pm - Runner check in opens7:00pm - Runner check in closes7:15pm - Warm up and circuit preview7:30pm - Runner pre race briefing/instruction7:45pm - Relay teams in staging areas/corals8:00pm - Let the races begin10:00pm - After party and awards
Take The Parkade