September 2017 Calendar of Events
United States Properties
Marseilles, Illinois
BBQ & A Brew ‘17-October 1st
Join up at the Lake Road Inn for the BBQ & A Brew 5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run Fundraiser on October 1st! Race day registration/check-in starts at 2:30 PM on October 1st. Race time: 3:30 PM. The first 100 registrants will receive a race t-shirt.
Scarecrow Scramble-October 14th
This event is a USATF certified race winding through slightly hilly paths of Lisle Community Park lit gently by luminaria for safety. It is more than a race, it is a family event with music, food & drinks, hayrides, costume contest, face painting, balloon artist, bonfire, crafters and more!
The Defender Dash 5K/ Fun Run-October 21st
This is a 5K race and Family Fun Run held in Streator, IL to benefit St. Michael the Archangel School. This event includes an all you can eat pancake breakfast either before or after the event!
Cincinnati, Ohio
Clintonfest-October 6-7
You will still embrace the hills (it is Clifton after all!), but the course has been stretched out a bit. Special this year only: Every 20th individual registration will be given a full refund!
The Nearly Naked Mile-October 18th
HURRY! Only the first 50 people registered will get custom Cincinnatus running shorts & the first 500 people registered will get a shirt.
The Queen City Foundation 5K Challenge- October 21st
The Queen City Foundation 5k Challenge helps provide support for kids in the Greater Cincinnati Area. Last year marked their second 5k race fundraiser, which is the beginning of another financial stream to better our kids for the future and to be the educational bridge for their futures.
Augusta, Georgia
Fire-K Five-K-October 7th
FIRE-K FIVE-K is a non-profit charity that seeks to raise funds for local firefighters and their immediate family members who are battling cancer. Run for a great cause.
Howlin’ Hounds 5K-October 21st
Come join our family & pet friendly 5K run/walk at the Savannah River Rapids on October 21st, 2017! Hosted by the Columbia County Animal Rescue and Greyhound Crossroads. Costume Contest so dress up and dress your dog up too!
Broad Street Ramble-October 28th
The 40th Annual Broad Street Ramble 5K/10K. 10k at 9am, 5K 9:10am and a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run at 8:45am. Commemorative race medals for all 10K participants.
Aurora, North Carolina
Wounded Warrior 5K Color Run-October 7th
This terrific fund raiser benefits the Wounded Warrior Project. Awards will be given for top 3 overall finishers in all different age groups.
The Ghoulish Gallop-October 8th
Rocking Horse Ranch Therapeutic Riding Program hosts the 5th Annual Ghoulish Gallop 5K. This 5K in Greenville NC is sure to get your blood flowing in the right direction.
WRNS Run, Witch, Run, New Bern-October 28th
This great run originates from beautiful downtown New Bern and benefits the St. Jude Children’s Research Center.
White Springs, Florida
Busy Bee Boys Ranch-October 7th
Join the fun for the Inaugural Busy Bee Boys Ranch 5k! Run through the bee-utiful acreage at the Sherriff’s Youth Ranch in majestic Live Oak, FL.
5K Zombie Run-October 28th
Don’t just Relay for Life…Run for your life! The Relay For Life of Toombs County is hosting its first annual 5K Zombie Run/Walk on October 28th at the Vidalia Kiwanis Fairgrounds on Airport Road.
St. John Road Race-October 28th
2017 St. John Road Race RUNderland 5K; Mad Hatter Mile Saturday, October 28, 2017. Race to benefit St. John School – Don’t be late for this very important date as we take a trip down the rabbit hole.
Geismar, La
8th Annual Cane Field Classic-October 21st
The races will start and finish on Margaret Plantation, a 150+ year old Sugar Cane Plantation. Runners will race down headlands (field roads), surrounded by mature sugar cane on all sides, travel along large canals and view the Louisiana State Capitol from afar. Live Cajun Music, great food, refreshments and fresh cut sugar cane will greet runners at the end of the race!
Donut Dash 5K & 1 Mile-October 21st
YOU DONUT WANT TO MISS THIS!!
The Inaugural Donut Dash 5K and 1-Mile takes place the weekend of the Alma Plantation Harvest Festival, October 21, 2017!
Alzheimer’s Walk/Run to Remember 5K-October 21st
Alzheimer’s disease affects more and more of us every day. This race in Baton Rouge helps create awareness for this very sad disease.
Joplin, Missouri
NAMI-Joplin Walk/5K Run-Oct 14th
As NAMI-Joplin celebrates its Annual NAMI Walk/Run, you are invited to join the movement to raise awareness of mental illness and raise funds for our mission to provide free education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families right here in our region.
The Fast and The Furriest Race-October 14th
Support Rescue One, a local, no-kill animal rescue dedicated to the rescue and betterment of the lives of animals in southwest Missouri. And, bring your best four-legged friend along to attend with you. Meet at Ewing Park in west Springfield and run an out and back route.
3rd Annual Trick or Trot 5K/10k/1 Mile-October 28th
The 3rd Annual Arc of the Ozarks Trick or Trot 5K, 10K, and 1 mile run. This chip timed event will begin at 8:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 28th in beautiful Landreth Park on Murphy Blvd. Special rates for families. Awards will be given to best costumes, overall winners of each race, and 1st place in each age group.
Lima, Ohio
St. Mary’s Tailgate for Cancer 5K-October 7th
The 7th Annual Tailgate 5K Run and Fun Walk will be held in conjunction with the St. Mary’s Tailgate for Cancer. The run and walk will begin and end near the St. Mary’s Eagles Parking Lot at 404 E. Spring Street in St. Mary’s, Ohio.
Band on the Run 5K-October 21st
Join the Dublin Coffman Marching Band for a scenic run/walk/march through Glacier Ridge Metro Park. Funds received from this fourth annual event will support the students in the Dublin Coffman Marching Band.
Keeping Hunger on the Run-October 28th
This 8th Annual Race Fundraiser benefits Meals ‘till Monday. The MTM provides over 300 meals to elementary students during the school year.
Weeping Water, Nebraska
Pumpkin Run-October 7th
The 16th annual Pumpkin Run is a 1-mile youth cross-country fun run, the largest run of its kind in the nation!
5th Annual Eye Run-October 8th
Proceeds from the EYE RUN provide programs and services to people who are legally blind through Christian Record Services, Inc.
2017 Bryan Health Capital City Classic-October 22nd
Bryan Health and Lincoln Track Club are joining this fall for the Bryan Health Capital City Classic. All ages and experience levels are welcome.
Northbrook, Illinois
Highwood Superhero 5K/Walk-October 7th
The Highwood Superhero 5K Run/Walk takes place during the Great Highwood Pumpkin Fest. Your superhero may be your mom, dad or a friend who went above and beyond the call of duty. ALL proceeds go to benefit Make-A-Wish Illinois.
Scarecrow Scramble-October 14th
Halloween is right around the corner and the Scarecrow Scramble is sure to get you in the mood for the upcoming scare fest! This race is in nearby Lisle.
Country Sole Half Marathon, 10k & 5k Run/Walk-October 21st
RUN COUNTRY with us at the Country Sole Half Marathon, 10k & 5k. After you’ve ran enjoy live post-race country music, a southern breakfast and beer. Don’t forget to flaunt your finisher medal that you’ve earned. Everyone gets a Altheti-Tec zip up with their registration.
Canadian Properties
Allan, Saskatchewan
The Operun-October 1st
There is a 5K Run, a 5K walk, a 10k Run and a 10k Walk, a Half Marathon and even a 21k relay with a team of 4. Something for every runner!
Turkey Trot-October 7th
Guess your time running a 5K- You might win a turkey – This is a fun and free event. NO Garmin’s, TomToms, Polar or other GPS devices allowed.
Saskatoon Blades Vs Vancouver Giants-October 18th
Catch all the action on the ice as Blades take on the Giants from Vancouver at the Sasktel Centre!
Cory, Saskatchewan
Turkey Trot-October 7th
Guess your time running a 5K- You might win a turkey – This is a fun and free event.
NO Garmin’s, TomToms, Polar or other GPS devices allowed.
WWE: Live-October 13th
The Superstars of World Wrestling Entertainment will converge in Saskatoon to display their athleticism and fill the arena with Wrestling excitement!
Saskatoon Blades vs. Brandon Wheat Kings-October 28th
The weather outside will be cold but the action on the ice is red hot as the Blades face off against the Kings of Brandon Wheat!
Lanigan, Saskatchewan
Miranda Lambert-October 5th
Did you know that dancing can burn some serious calories? Catch Miranda Lambert at the Sasktel Centre and get ready to burn those calories and her country hits will get you up and dancing in your seats!
Turkey Trot-October 7th
Guess your time running a 5K- You might win a turkey – This is a fun and free event. NO Garmin’s, TomToms, Polar or other GPS devices allowed.
Boo Town-October 30th
Boo Town is at the Saskatoon Western Development Museum. Warm and safe Halloween fun including games, crafts, and mysteries for the whole family!
Patience Lake, Sakatchewan
The Operun-October 1st
There is a 5K Run, a 5K walk, a 10k Run and a 10k Walk, a Half Marathon and even a 21k relay with a team of 4. Something for every runner!
WWE: Live-October 13th
The Superstars of World Wrestling Entertainment will converge in Saskatoon to display their athleticism and fill the arena with Wrestling excitement!
Boo Town-October 30th
Boo Town is at the Saskatoon Western Development Museum. Warm and safe Halloween fun including games, crafts, and mysteries for the whole family!
Rocanville, Saskatchewan
Run for the Cure-October 1st
We invite you to run or walk with us on Sunday, October 1, 2017 for the CIBC Run for the Cure in Regina. Whether it’s your first time, or you’ve participated for years, we look forward to having you join the movement.
Deadfall 50-October 11th
Trail running at its best. Join the fun at the Deadfall 50. Follow posted signs that will help you stay the course!
JDRF Walk-October 22nd
Participants that took part in JDRF events in 2014 across Canada and continue fundraising to help find a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D).
New Brunswick, Sussex
The Dam Run-October 7th
The Dam Run travels along the beautiful Saint John River during the fall season. This scenic run, is a run that you won’t want to miss.
Sweet Caroline Run 2017
This run/walk is to honor the memory of a kind and sweet teenage girl who lived her life committed to her family, her friends her schools and her athletics. We are resuming our original course route this year. The 2 1/2K walk/run and 10K run/walk start at Rothesay High School. The 10K will begin at 10a
Mactaquac Trail Race-October 15th
The course is a 10K loop on the trails of the park. You will not run one meter on the asphalt! There is some single track, but most of the course is wide enough to pass other runners. The course is beautiful and especially in this time of year
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Miranda Lambert-October 5th
Did you know that dancing can burn some serious calories? Catch Miranda Lambert at the Sasktel Centre and get ready to burn those calories and her country hits will get you up and dancing in your seats!
Turkey Trot-October 7th
Guess your time running a 5K- You might win a turkey – This is a fun and free event.
NO Garmin’s, TomToms, Polar or other GPS devices allowed.
Saskatoon Blades vs Brandon Wheat Kings-October 28th
The weather outside will be cold but the action on the ice is red hot as the Blades face off against the Kings of Brandon Wheat!
Trinidad
Port of Lisa’s, Trinidad
RCSA-October 8th
The Millennium Golf and Country Club on Sunset Loop Road hosts the RCSA golf tournament. Remember walking an 18-hole golf course is terrific exercise.
Tobago Blue Food Festival-October 15th
Do you love food festivals? Come experience some great foods from around Tobago. Sure to please all lovers of cuisine!
Tobago Open Golf Tournament-October 19th-22nd
Do you love Golf? Do you use Golf as an excellent form of exercise? Play or be a spectator at the Tobago Plantation Golf and Country Club.
