5K Light Run Ottawa
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About the race
Run Ottawa’s Annual Light Run is a holiday themed 5K event held in support of the Ottawa Food Bank. The event is scheduled for Thursday, December 10 and takes place at Ottawa City Hall, Laurier Avenue entrance; the date may change if weather conditions are not favourable.
Participants meet at Ottawa City Hall and are invited to dress for the weather in holiday costumes and to carry lights and reflective gear. Walkers and runners take part and will move out in designated pace groups to help keep participants together.
A route map will be made available and the planned route is shared on Strava. Participants are asked to follow the provided map and to observe pedestrian traffic rules while moving through downtown and viewing the holiday lights. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
