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VALENTINE’S 5K

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St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

calendar_today 15 Feb, 2026

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sell $62.15 – $116.62

About the Event

Celebrate love and community at the 44th Annual Valentine's 5K on February 15, 2026, a cherished Niagara tradition starting at the scenic St. Catharines Museum & Canals Parkway. Whether you run or walk the 5K course, you'll be supporting Gillian's Place, a vital local shelter, before enjoying what is renowned as "Niagara's best post-race party." Known for its incredible St. Catharines Road Runners' hospitality, festive couples' competition, and chocolate finisher medals, this event blends heart and athleticism for a truly memorable day.

Register by January 31st to guarantee your event shirt and secure your spot. Grab your partner, friend, or come solo to run for a cause where every step contributes to a safe haven in the community, all while enjoying fantastic local food, drinks, and festivities.

Races Offered

Run - Couples

Feb 15, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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11:00

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$116.62

Run - Individual

Feb 15, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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11:00

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$62.15

Walk - Couples

Feb 15, 2026

straighten

Distance — 5km

terrain

Type — Others, Running

timer

11:00

sell

$116.62

Walk - Individual

Feb 15, 2026

straighten

Distance — 5km

terrain

Type — Others, Running

timer

11:00

sell

$62.15

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in St. Catharines.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat -4.4° / 3.1°
wb_sunny -10.3° / -2.5°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 16.6 /
water_drop 72.7%

About St. Catharines

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St. Catharines is a city of 137,000 people (2021) in the Niagara Peninsula of Ontario. It has the Welland Canal, a dry-dock for ships, and automotive plants. A pond near the mouth of the first Welland Canal now hosts regional and national rowing championships every year. Three World Rowing Championships have been held here: in 1970, 1999, and 2010, with another planned in 2024.

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