Bumrun Halifax
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Event overview
Bumrun Halifax 2026 is a charity running event on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Sullivan's Pond Park, Crichton Avenue, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1M2. The event raises awareness of colon cancer screening and prevention. Funds support colon cancer research, patient support programs, and related awareness activities. The organization has run 5K events for 15 years and reports more than $1.8 million net raised to date. The event’s fundraising goal is $40,000 and current funds raised are listed as $55.66. Pendopharm is named as a title sponsor.
Distances and entry types
- 5K Walk/Run
- Little Bums 500M for children ages 12 and under
- Virtual 5K option available across Canada
Little Bums registration includes a finisher medal and a personalized fundraising page; no race kit is offered. Virtual 5K registration includes a race completion digital certificate and a personalized fundraising page; it does not include a race kit or finisher medal. Live and virtual registrations are not transferable between events.
Logistics and race-day services
Registration for the live event includes event swag, a finisher medal, and a personalized fundraising page. RunNS members are eligible for a 5% discount on the 5K registration fee. The event is part of the Run Nova Scotia Road Race Series. Baggage check is available as an open-air area; bib tear-off bag tags are used and the bib is required to retrieve items. There is no water on the route; water is available at the event site. Non-service dogs are not permitted. A medic will be on site and a medic will be on course by bike. Results are provided live through the event timing provider. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
