Baden Running Races 2025

The Baden Running Races are an annual event held at the Wilmot Recreation Complex in Baden, Ontario. Established in 2014, the races continue a local tradition spanning over four decades, welcoming runners and walkers of all ages and abilities in a friendly, community atmosphere.

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Featuring flat, Athletics Canada-certified courses that combine road and scenic trail segments including the Schmidt Woods trail, the event offers diverse race options such as the Baden Back-2-Back challenge, 5K and 2.5K runs/walks, kids' fun runs, and stroller-friendly races, making it a great family-friendly running day.

• Flat courses combining road and trail surfaces
• Scenic Schmidt Woods trail included
• 5K race is two loops; 2.5K race is one loop
• Certified by Athletics Canada
• Water station at start/finish/lap split
• Multiple race distances accommodate all levels from kids to adults
• Strollers allowed in select events with registration and accompaniment

• Certified Athletics Canada courses
• Flat and fast routes through scenic road and trail (Schmidt Woods)
• Multiple distances including 7.5K Back-2-Back, 5K, 2.5K, and kids' fun runs
• Family-friendly with stroller allowance in 2.5K and Future Runner events (free registration required)
• Water station at start/finish/lap split
• Entry fees are non-refundable
• T-shirts available for purchase during registration
• Kit pickup available May 24 and race day