Cavendish Race Weekend
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Cavendish Race Weekend
Cavendish Race Weekend takes place June 20–21, 2026 in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island. The event includes multiple race distances on routes that use trails and coastal sections within Prince Edward Island National Park and local attractions.
Distances offered
- 1 km Kids Run at Shining Waters Family Fun Park
- 5 km Route along Cavendish Beach Trail and Dunelands Trail
- 10 km Route via Homestead Trail and MacNeill Loop
The kids run is held inside Shining Waters before the park opens. Young participants are cheered by mascots and receive a participant medal and a Maritime Fun Group frisbee. Registration for the kids run also includes a large same day ticket discount for Sandspit or Shining Waters Fun Parks.
The 5K follows coastal and wooded sections, covers just over 3.1 miles with gentle rolling elevation of about 119 ft. The 10K explores extended trail systems and shoreline, covers just over 6.3 miles with moderate elevation around 196 ft. Registration for the 5K and 10K lists a fee of 35 USD plus tax; the kids run fee is 10 USD.
Awards include medals for top finishers and overall male and female winners. All participants receive a commemorative medal and a t shirt. The event will have course signage, volunteers, aid stations, hydration stations, and medical staff. A post run celebration at Lone Oak Beer Garden features live music and participant discounts on food and beverage. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
