Run4Lighthouse
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Run4Lighthouse 2026
Run4Lighthouse takes place on May 30, 2026 at Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario. The event is organized by Lighthouse for Grieving Children & Families and raises funds to support grief support groups provided free to families.
Distances offered:
- 1K
- 5K
The event includes both in-person and virtual options. The 5K is chip-timed where indicated; the 1K is not chip-timed. Medals are awarded to all participants. Categories include adult and child entries with different fee periods for early bird and event pricing.
Lighthouse supports over 400 children, youth, and their families each year and does not receive government funding. The fundraising goal listed for the event is $200,000.
On-site facilities include accessible washrooms, handwashing stations, bag check, and food and beverage options for sampling and purchase. Activities for children include a bouncy castle and slide. Weekend municipal parking is free with about 400 spaces available in the municipal garage on Locust Street and additional municipal lots nearby. Organizers encourage carpooling, public transit, or cycling to improve event sustainability.
The event is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario and has a Health and Safety Plan and an Emergency Management Plan in place. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
