Sunset Shuffle

AUG

6

2026

Evening races on Wards Island featuring a flat 5K, a 1 Mile event and a combo option, with ferry access, skyline views and a post-race BBQ. The event supports the Hopes Rise youth program.

Thu 6 Aug 2026

Toronto, Ontario

Website

5 kilometers

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The Runners Shop Sunset Shuffle

The event takes place on August 6, 2026 on Wards Island in Toronto Island Park. The venue includes a ferry crossing with skyline views to and from the island.

The main 5K course is an out-and-back that starts at the Wards Island ferry dock, reaches Centre Island at about 2.5 km, then returns to the start. The 5K is described as flat and fast and begins and ends on Wards Island. The 1 Mile race is a fast point to point event that leads off the Sunset Shuffle sequence. Participants should plan for the ferry crossing; ferry schedules are provided by Toronto Island Park.

Distances offered:

1 Mile
5K
Combo 1 Mile and 5K

Registration includes a post-race BBQ; additional BBQ tickets are available for purchase for guests. The event supports Hopes Rise, a running, reading and leadership program for children that provides free running shoes and books and culminates with a 5K. HOKA is listed as a sponsor. Awards include overall top three for male and female and masters 40 plus winners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

1 Mile