Course du Festival Acadien / Acadian Festival Road Race 2025

The Course du Festival Acadien is an annual road race held in Wellington, Prince Edward Island, as part of the Acadian Festival. The event features multiple race distances, including 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon (21 km), along with a Youth Running Series for children. Proceeds support local community projects, such as building new playgrounds at École Évangéline.

Races include in-person options starting early morning with virtual race options available for all distances. On-site registration and cash payments are accepted on race day.

- Road surface for all main and virtual races
- Typical late August temperatures from 15°C to 22°C with moderate humidity
- Multiple race distances including half marathon, 10 km, and 5 km
- Youth Running Series for children under various age categories
- Family friendly event as part of the Acadian Festival

- Half marathon starts at 8:00 AM; 5 km and 10 km start at 8:30 AM
- Youth Running Series begins at 9:30 AM with various age groups
- On-site registration available with cash payments accepted
- Virtual race options available for all distances
- Proceeds support local community playground projects