Baden Running Races
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Event overview
Baden Running Races 2026 takes place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the Wilmot Recreation Complex in Baden, Ontario. The event includes road and trail courses and supports fundraising for the Interfaith Counselling Centre (raised $27.80 of a $2,500 goal). Kit pickup is available the day before at Runners' Choice Waterloo and at the event venue on race weekend. Registration is non-refundable; deferral and transfer options are described in the event waiver. T-shirts are available for an additional cost while supplies last.
Races and logistics
Distances offered:
- 5 km - timed; a two-loop course that is part road and part Schmidt Woods trail (Neil Dunford Memorial).
- 2.5 km - timed; a single loop that is very flat, with the first 1.75 km on trail and the last 0.75 km on road. Water is provided at the finish line.
- 200 m (kids) - untimed fun run; includes a finisher medal. Parents or guardians running a timed event (5 km or 2.5 km) may participate with a registered 200 m child without a separate fee.
- Baden Back-2-Back - individual combined event of 7.5 km (5 km plus 2.5 km); includes one finisher medal.
Strollers are allowed only in the 2.5 km event; stroller occupants must be registered and be accompanied by a participant in a different sub-event. Discounts include 20% for Run Waterloo members and 10% for official group partners. There are 18 participants listed at the time of this posting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.