26th Annual Headingley Fire Department RUN/HFD

About the Event

The Headingley Fire Department RUN/HFD celebrates its 26th annual edition as a staple event in the Manitoba running community. Scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, the race features a scenic route that crosses the Assiniboine River and winds through the residential streets of South Headingley. As a sanctioned event in the Manitoba Runners Association Classic Race Series, it offers a professional chip-timed experience alongside a high-energy community festival atmosphere.

Race Distance	Start Time	Timing	Starting Location
5km Run	9:00 AM	Chip Timed	Headingley Fire Dept.
3km Run/Walk	9:00 AM	Participation	Headingley Fire Dept.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Charity Partnership: Proceeds support the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation and the True North Youth Foundation. A key focus this year is providing summer camp opportunities for over 60 at-risk youth in the Westgrove community.
-- Family Activities: The event grounds include a fire and life safety trailer, multiple bouncy castles, a 4SquareFOTO photo booth, and music provided by an on-site DJ.
-- Post-Race Amenities: Participants can enjoy hot dogs and refreshments served by local fire department staff. There are over 50 draw prizes available, with winners selected based on race bib numbers.
-- Race Kit Pick-up: Kits can be collected on Friday, May 22, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at City Park Runners (2091 Portage Ave) or on-site at the fire station on race morning.
-- Awards: Trophies are presented to the top three finishers in the boys’ and girls’ divisions for grades 3 through 12.
-- Registration Deadlines: Final registration closes on May 16, 2026. Participants registering after May 1 are not guaranteed their preferred t-shirt size or inclusion in the official race program.
-- Community Support: The event is backed by over 40 community sponsors and includes special promotions for the Assiniboine Park Hockey Association and local youth running clubs.

The Headingley Fire Department RUN/HFD continues its legacy of blending competitive road racing with a commitment to child health and safety in the Headingley and surrounding Manitoba regions.

Races Offered

ADULT Run - 5 km

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$39.97

Walk - 3 km

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 3km

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$32.42

YOUTH RUN 5km (2008 and younger)

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$29.19

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Headingley.

thermostat Temperature

8.1° / 20.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

4.1° / 16.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 23m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.2)

humidity_mid Humidity

56.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:42

nightlight Sunset

21:08

About Headingley

Learn more about the host city, Headingley.

Headingley is a rural municipality in Manitoba, Canada. It is located directly west of Winnipeg and had a population of 3,579 people as of the 2016 census.