Harvest Hustle: 5K Run, Wheel & Walk on Saturday, October 3rd returns to Chatham, Ontario, Canada. This community event combines the beloved 5K Run with a long-standing Walkathon fundraiser, bringing together families and supporters for an inclusive celebration. Mud Creek Trail serves as the venue for this race, surrounded by the familiar sights of autumn foliage. On race morning, expect cooler temperatures, typically ranging from low to mid-60s Fahrenheit, with moderate UV levels indicating some sun protection is advised but not overly harsh. The trail conditions will be firm and slightly soft, creating a comfortable surface for runners. For more than 15 years, Harvest Hustle: 5K Run, Wheel & Walk has been part of Chatham’s fall calendar, attracting participants from the community and beyond. This year, over 400 individuals are expected to join in running or walking, contributing significantly to a charity close to their hearts. The race offers three distinct distances: the timed 5K for adults, the Kids Dash at 210 meters for ages 2–7, and the accessible Walk & Wheel route of 2 kilometers. Participants will receive a finisher medal regardless of which distance they choose.
5K Run 5K • Start: 09:30:00 • Fee: CA$55.00
Kids Dash Start: 09:30:00 • Fee: CA$20.00
Walk & Wheel 2K • Start: 09:30:00 • Fee: CA$20.00
Registration can be done online at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/116234/harvest-hustle-5k-run-wheel-and-walkathon or on-site the day of the event. The cost for adults is CA$55, while the Kids Dash and Walk & Wheel are priced at CA$20 each. Online registration closes soon; however, same-day sign-ups will be available. Bibs can be picked up from 9:30 AM to noon on race morning or prior by contacting the event organizers directly. Participants should bring their confirmation emails as proof of registration and arrive with a plaid outfit for an added touch of tradition. The start line is located at Mud Creek Trail, just off Main Street in downtown Chatham. The Walk & Wheel route will follow the 5K path but only be accessible to those on wheels. Race organizers encourage participants aged 18 and older; anyone younger must have a parent or guardian accompany them for the Kids Dash. Harvest Hustle: 5K Run, Wheel & Walk not only brings people together through exercise but also supports important local causes. Its return promises a day filled with fun and camaraderie as community members gather to celebrate fall in Chatham.
Races Offered
5K Run
Oct 03, 2026
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5K
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09:30
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$55.00
Kids Dash
Oct 03, 2026
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0.8K
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09:30
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$20.00
Walk & Wheel
Oct 03, 2026
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2K
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09:30
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$20.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Chatham.
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8.3° / 17.3°
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4.9° / 13.9°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 4m
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Avg rainfall
2.2 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
14.7 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
72.1%
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Sunrise
07:43
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Sunset
18:45
About Chatham
Learn more about the host city, Chatham.
Chatham-Kent is a single-tier municipality in Southwestern Ontario, Canada. It is mostly rural, and its population centres are Chatham, Wallaceburg, Tilbury, Blenheim, Ridgetown, Wheatley and Dresden. The current Municipality of Chatham-Kent was created in 1998 by the amalgamation of Blenheim, Bothwell, Camden, the City of Chatham, the Township of Chatham, Dover, Dresden, Erie Beach, Erieau, Harwich, Highgate, Howard, Oxford, Raleigh, Ridgetown, Romney, Thamesville, Tilbury East, Tilbury, Wallaceburg, Wheatley and Zone.
