Good Friday Race
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2026 Good Friday Race, Burlington ON
The event takes place on Friday April 3, 2026 at Spencer Smith Park on the Burlington waterfront. It is organized by Burlington Runners Club and supports the FAB Foundation, which focuses on helping young girls become strong women.
Distances and format
- 1 km Kids Bunny Hop
- 5 km Run/Walk, one out-and-back loop on the Waterfront Trail
- 10 km Run, two out-and-back loops on the same trail
The course follows the Waterfront Trail and finishes back at Spencer Smith Park. The 5 km is one loop and the 10 km is two loops. A custom finisher's medal is provided for 5 km and 10 km participants. A Green Bib option is available; participants who choose it will not receive a medal.
Logistics and services
Race kit pick-up is scheduled before race day at Escarpment Running Inc. A race day bib pick-up location is at Spencer Smith Park. A bag check is available for a small donation to the FAB Foundation. Free technical race shirts are offered to the first 300 registered on the 5 km and 10 km events, with a deadline for size requests.
Safety and access
The event is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario and has a health and safety plan and an emergency management plan. Weekend municipal parking in downtown Burlington is free, with about 400 spaces at the Locust Street municipal garage and additional municipal lots nearby.
Time limit
The official time limit for both the 5 km and 10 km is 120 minutes; results beyond that time will not be officially timed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
