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9th Annual UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025

Date
October 4, 2025
Location
Leamington, Ontario
Events
6 Races

About 9th Annual UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025

The UMEI Lightning Bolt is an annual fundraiser organized by UMEI Christian High School, named after their athletic teams, the UMEI Lightning. The event features various races to raise funds, helping students in need access the UMEI experience. All proceeds support UMEI Christian High School.

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Held in Leamington, Ontario, this event offers a community-focused race experience with chip timing, race shirts for early registrants, post-race refreshments, awards, and door prizes.

Race Schedule

Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing

UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025 - 10k Lightning Bolt Run

A 10k chip-timed road race held as part of the UMEI Lightning Bolt fundraiser at Point Pelee National Park.
October 4, 2025
9:00AM
10km
Road
Boston Qualifier

UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025 - 5k Lightning Walk

October 4, 2025
9:00AM
5km
Road
Boston Qualifier

UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025 - Kids Lightning Dash 400m

October 4, 2025
9:00AM
400m
Road
Boston Qualifier

UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025 - Family 5k Lightning Run/Walk

October 4, 2025
9:00AM
5km
Fun Run / Charity
Boston Qualifier

UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025 - 5k Lightning Run

October 4, 2025
9:00AM
5km
Fun Run / Charity
Boston Qualifier

UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025 - Kids Lightning 1k Run

A 1k road race for kids 12 and under at the UMEI Lightning Bolt fundraiser.
October 4, 2025
9:00AM
1km
Fun Run / Charity
Boston Qualifier

Course Details

  • Race surface: Road
  • Starts at Point Pelee National Park
  • Flat and scenic course
  • Chip timing
  • Suitable for all ages and abilities

Race Highlights

  • Free entry into Point Pelee National Park for participants
  • Race shirt available if registered by early bird deadline
  • Chip timing provided by WRACE
  • Post-race refreshments
  • Awards for top finishers
  • Door prizes
  • Event runs rain or shine

RACE DAY COUNTDOWN

93
Days
07
Hours
18
Minutes
Date
October 4, 2025
Season
Fall (September-November)
Location
Leamington, Ontario
Avg Temp
Mild (10-20Β°C)
Avg Humidity
Moderate (40-60%)