Event Info
Date and Location
- Sunday, May 24, 2026
- Burnaby Lake Regional Park, Burnaby, BC
- Start and finish point: Burnaby Sports Complex – near the playground (view map)
Distances
2.5K FUN
- Open to all fitness levels.
- Perfect for all dog sizes, puppies, seniors (human or canine!), kids, and families.
- Dogs must be at least 4 months old. Up to 2 dogs per human allowed.
- Dogs may wear either a collar or a harness for leash attachment (if walking).
5K Classic
- For more experienced runners and dogs
- Great for active dogs and humans who want a solid workout!
- Dogs must be at least 6 months old. 1 dog per person maximum.
- Dogs must wear a properly fitted harness. Harnesses reduce the risk of injury to your dog’s neck and spine during running.
10K Challenge
- For the most experienced runners and dogs.
- This distance requires endurance and teamwork.
- Dogs must be at least 12 months old. 1 dog per person maximum.
- Dogs must wear a properly fitted harness. Harnesses reduce the risk of injury to your dog’s neck and spine during running.
Courses and Schedule
Event Schedule
Note: Teams will be released in small groups to ensure a safe and spacious start for all dogs.
8:35 AM – Welcome speech and warm-up
8:50 AM – 10K staggered heat staging
9:00 AM – 10K run begins (course: loop)
9:10 AM – 5K staggered heat staging
9:20 AM – 5K run begins (course: out and back)
10:15 AM – Winners’ awards
10:30 AM – 10K and 5K courses close
10:35 AM – 2.5K warm-up & staggered heat staging
10:45 AM – 2.5K run begins (course: out and back)
11:00 AM – Dog-friendly marketplace, dog adoption zone, and entertainment continue
11:30 AM – 2.5K course closes
12:00 PM – Event wrap-up
Package Pickup
Details are currently being finalized. Full pickup instructions will be shared closer to the date.