Run4Lighthouse

MAY
30
2026
Run4Lighthouse 2026 is a community fundraiser supporting free grief services for children and families. Choose from a chip-timed 5K, a 1K, or a virtual option, all starting from Spencer Smith Park on Burlington's waterfront. The event includes family activities and supports a meaningful cause.
Sat 30 May 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

Run4Lighthouse 2026 is a fundraising event for Lighthouse for Grieving Children & Families, taking place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, Ontario. The event offers participants the option to fundraise, with a collective goal of $200,000 to support the organization's free grief support services.

Distances

The event features two in-person distances and a virtual option:

  • 1K: A walk or run open to all ages. This event is not chip-timed, but all participants receive a medal.
  • 5K: A chip-timed walk or run open to all ages. All participants receive a medal.
  • Virtual: Participants can complete a 1K or 5K on their own time. A medal is included with the race kit.

Event Details

The park is located along the waterfront in downtown Burlington and is accessible via Brant Street. Free parking is available on weekends at nearby municipal lots. Participants are encouraged to consider carpooling, public transit, or cycling. A bag check, on-site washrooms, and food and beverage vendors will be available. The event also features activities for children, such as a bouncy castle and slide.

Registration

Registration operates on a tiered pricing system with Early Bird, Event Price, and a final price period. Separate pricing exists for adult and child participants in both in-person and virtual categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km