Run4Lighthouse 2026 takes place on Saturday, 30 May 2026 at 9:00 AM EDT at Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. This event supports Lighthouse for Grieving Children & Families, which helps over 400 children, youth, and families navigate grief after the loss of a parent or sibling. Lighthouse receives no government funding and relies entirely on fundraising events and community generosity to keep services free. Your participation ensures no child grieves alone.
| Distance / Format | Start Time | Timing | Age Requirement | Medal | Virtual Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K In Person | 9:30 AM | Chip-timed | Adult (16+) / Child (17 & under) | Yes | Yes |
| 1K In Person | 9:00 AM | Not chip-timed | Adult (18+) / Child (18 & under) | Yes | Yes |
Schedule:
Parking (free on weekends):
Sustainability: Carpool, public transit (BurlingtonTransit.ca), or cycling are strongly encouraged. Bag check available on site.
Facilities: Food and beverage sampling/purchase from partners, clean washrooms, handwashing stations, bouncy castle and slide for children.
As of now, CA$66,329.69 raised toward a CA$200,000 goal (33%). Top fundraising team: Team Muhammad Akif (CA$7,552.13). Top individual fundraiser: Sultan Akif (CA$7,552.13). Prizes awarded for:
Sponsors include Title Sponsor RBC Direct Investing and YTM Capital, Lead Sponsor Mercedes‑Burlington, Henderson Partners LLP, Canadian Tire, and many more. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Angela Mallard at [email protected]. For event inquiries, Angela Mallard at 1‑416‑616‑4659. This event is Athletics Ontario sanctioned.
May 30, 2026
Distance — 1km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 1km
Type — Running
09:00
$20.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$20.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$50.00
May 30, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:00
$20.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Burlington.
Learn more about the host city, Burlington.
Burlington is a city of 190,000 people (2021) in Ontario, Canada which lies across Burlington Bay from Hamilton. It's on the north shore of Lake Ontario, a 45-minute drive from Toronto and Niagara.
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