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5 km
5 km
Start: Jul 12, 11:00 AM
Candlelighters Go Gold
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Road runs in Canada, St. John's
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About
A fundraising run in St. John's supporting the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation—participants raise funds to help families navigate childhood cancer.
Catering & aid stations
Water stations along the route and at the finish.
Pacers
Pacemakers will be featured for the 5 km—see the schedule on race day for start waves and pacer flag details.
Surface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in St. John's
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan1°-5°
↑ 07:45
↓ 16:36
Feb0°-6°
↑ 07:08
↓ 17:23
Mar2°-4°
↑ 07:14
↓ 19:07
Apr5°0°
↑ 06:12
↓ 19:51
May9°3°
↑ 05:24
↓ 20:32
Jun14°8°
↑ 05:04
↓ 21:01
Jul20°13°
↑ 05:20
↓ 20:55
Aug20°14°
↑ 05:58
↓ 20:14
Sep17°11°
↑ 06:39
↓ 19:14
Oct12°7°
↑ 07:21
↓ 18:14
Nov7°3°
↑ 07:07
↓ 16:26
Dec3°-2°
↑ 07:43
↓ 16:11
What's included in entry
- Race bib
- Race timing
FAQ
What is the event cause?
Supports the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation—funds help families during childhood cancer treatment.
Is this a walk/run?
Yes—a 5 km road run/walk.
Can I run a different distance?
The event currently offers a 5 km route; contact organizers for accessibility options.
Are there age restrictions?
The event is open to all ages; participants under 18 require guardian consent.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:06:47 AM
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