The Kicking PancreAS™ 5K makes its debut in Barrie, Ontario, on Saturday, May 9, 2026. This high-energy night run is an inclusive event designed for all fitness levels, allowing participants to walk or run at their own pace. Organized by Craig's Cause Pancreatic Cancer Society, the event aims to "light up the night" with a purple theme and glow-in-the-dark gear to raise critical funds for pancreatic cancer research, patient support, and healthcare education in Canada. The race takes place along the scenic Barrie Waterfront, providing a vibrant community atmosphere for a serious cause.
| Event Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Race Date | Saturday, May 9, 2026 |
| Check-in / Start | 6:30 PM Check-in / 7:30 PM Start |
| Location | Centennial Park, Barrie Waterfront |
| Race Kit Pickup | May 8, 5:00–7:00 PM (56 Dunlop St East) |
| Inclusions | Finisher medal, running bib, and event swag |
Barrie is a rapidly growing city in Central Ontario situated on the shores of Kempenfelt Bay, with a population of approximately 153,000 residents. The city serves as a major commuter hub for the Greater Toronto Area while maintaining a robust local economy driven by manufacturing, technology, and healthcare. The demographic profile of Barrie is approximately 84% White, 3% South Asian, 2.5% Black, and 2.5% Indigenous, with a growing multicultural presence. The median household income is roughly $91,000 CAD. Barrie's waterfront, featuring the Heritage Trail and Centennial Park, is a focal point for the community and hosts numerous cultural and athletic festivals throughout the year.
Fundraising is a core component of the Kicking PancreAS™ series, with 100% of proceeds staying in Canada to change the survival outcomes for a disease that currently has only a 10% five-year survival rate. Participants can register as individuals, families, or teams, with special rates available for youth. To ensure a smooth event, organizers emphasize that there is no on-site registration on race day, and spots are limited. Whether joining "Boo Boo’s Positive Pacers" or "Grace’s Gang," runners and walkers are encouraged to wear costumes and purple accessories to create a visible, unified front against pancreatic cancer along the Lakeshore.
May 09, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
19:30
$88.57
May 09, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
19:30
$40.02
May 09, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
19:30
$34.62
May 09, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
19:30
$23.83
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Barrie.
Learn more about the host city, Barrie.
Barrie is a city of about 148,000 people (2021) at the end of Kempenfelt Bay on Lake Simcoe in Southern Ontario. Watersports and boating on the bay bring visitors from all over Ontario.
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