Rosy Rhubarb Walk/Run 2025

The Rosy Rhubarb Festival, held annually in Shedden, Ontario, celebrates the rhubarb plant and supports the Keystone Complex and local community projects. The 2025 event features a range of running events including kids' fun runs, 5K and 10K road races, and walking options as part of a lively festival with music, contests, food vendors, and family activities.

Participants are encouraged to enjoy a scenic running experience on mostly road surfaces amid community events including baking competitions, car shows, and more, with proceeds benefiting local playgrounds, picnic pavilions, and library improvements.

- Race courses primarily on road surfaces
- Parking available at soccer fields at 9210 Union Road
- Access via Union Road south of the fields due to construction
- Typical early June moderate humidity and mild temperatures
- Scenic community routes with some construction detours

- Annual festival celebrating the rhubarb plant and local community
- Baking contests and largest rhubarb stalk & leaf competitions
- Live music, children's activities, car show, and food trucks
- Community yard sales and craft vendors
- Support for playgrounds, picnic pavilions, and library upgrades