Krista Johnson Memorial Run

About the Event

The Krista Johnson Memorial Run takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM EDT from 961 Riverside Drive in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. This chip-timed event offers a Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 2km Walk/Run, with all distances starting and finishing at Riverside Park. Participants can enjoy food truck refreshments, a kids' baking/decorating table, a raffle with great prizes, and a nature obstacle course race as part of this community-focused memorial run.

Distance	Start Location	Finish Location	Start Time
Half Marathon (21.1 km) – Chip Timed	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	08:30
10km – Chip Timed (Adult & Youth categories)	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	09:45
5km – Chip Timed (Adult & Youth categories)	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	10:00
2km Walk/Run – Chip Timed	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	Riverside Park, Pembroke, ON	10:00

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

Bib Pickup: Saturday, June 6, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Gazebo/Soccer Field at Riverside Park.
On-Site Registration: Available Saturday, June 6 (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM) and on Race Day, June 7. All race day registrations must be completed 45 minutes prior to the start time of the chosen distance.
Timing: All events are chip timed.
Route Maps: Available for 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon distances (see event page).
Post-Race Activities: Food truck refreshments, kids' baking/decorating table, raffle with great prizes, and a nature obstacle course race (RyJ's Climbing adventures).
Sponsor: Running Room.
Shop: Visit RunningRoom.com for race gear and apparel.
Contact: Laurie Johnson at 613-401-1104 for event inquiries.

Route and Atmosphere:

Scenic Setting: Riverside Park in Pembroke, Ontario, provides a beautiful start and finish location along the water.
Course Types: Road and park pathways suitable for runners and walkers of all levels. Half Marathon, 10km, and 5km distances cater to competitive and recreational participants, while the 2km Walk/Run offers an accessible option for families and beginners.
Family-Friendly Features: Kids' baking/decorating table, nature obstacle course, and food truck refreshments create a festive, inclusive atmosphere for all ages.
Memorial Run: The event honors Krista Johnson and brings the community together to MOVE and have FUN while supporting a meaningful cause.
Community Spirit: A raffle with great prizes, on-site registration options, and cheerful volunteers contribute to a warm, welcoming race day environment.
Spectator Experience: Friends and family can enjoy Riverside Park, cheer participants at the start/finish line, and take part in post-race activities including food trucks and the kids' table.

The Krista Johnson Memorial Run in Pembroke, Ontario – featuring Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, and 2km chip-timed distances – invites the community to move, have fun, and enjoy food trucks, kids' activities, and a raffle at beautiful Riverside Park.

Races Offered

10K (Adult)

Jun 07, 2026

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08:30

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$56.20

10K (Youth)

Jun 07, 2026

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08:30

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$50.81

2K

Jun 07, 2026

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08:30

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$23.83

5K (Adult)

Jun 07, 2026

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08:30

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$40.02

5K (Youth)

Jun 07, 2026

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08:30

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$34.62

Half Marathon

Jun 07, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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08:30

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$66.98

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Pembroke.

thermostat Temperature

13.9° / 23.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

13.0° / 23.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 3m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

9.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:18

nightlight Sunset

20:58

About Pembroke

Learn more about the host city, Pembroke.

Pembroke is a city of 14,000 (2021) in Ontario's Ottawa Valley on the Quebec border. The city is 40 km east of Algonquin Provincial Park on the Trans-Canada Highway from North Bay to Ottawa.