Registration is open!
First 500 registrants in the 5K RUN or 5K WALK receive a FREE iconic t-shirt!
This milestone year promises to be one of the most memorable yet, as hundreds of runners, walkers, families with strollers and even some four-legged friends make their way through downtown Meaford and along the picturesque harbourfront.
For three decades, this event has brought residents and visitors together in support of the Foundation with the goal of keeping exceptional healthcare in our community. More than 500 participants took part last year. For the past 29 years, the run has supported the Brightshores Meaford Hospital Foundation thanks to the vision of Brian Renken, who took over what was then known as the Big Apple Race, and in 1997 transformed it into a fundraiser for the community to support local healthcare at Brightshores Meaford Hospital.
Help us raise: $100,000
In support of theEmergency Department Revitalization at Brightshores Meaford Hospital. Get ready to lace up your sneakers for a great cause!
Rally your family, friends, and neighbours to pledge their support for your participation and help us reach our goal! We're encouraging all race participants to opt for online pledging—it's efficient, user-friendly, and hassle-free.
**after 5pm on July 9th, registration must be done in person at Race Kit pick-up on Friday July 10 (see details below) or on Race Day before 8:30am**
Race Kit pick-up at
Rotary Harbour Pavilion - One Don Bumstead Way, Meaford
FRIDAY, JULY 10th - 3-7pm rain or shine
(look for us across the parking lot from the farmers market)
orSATURDAY, JULY 11th - 7:30-8:30am prior to race start
If you prefer a paper pledge form, contact the Foundation office: crees@brightshores.ca or 519-538-1311 ext. 4208
Pledges can be dropped off at Race Kit pick-up on Friday, July 10th, or on Race Day. Please bring your cash/cheques along with your pledge form.
Details here: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/115131/meaford-harbour-5km-runwalk-2026