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Runs and Rides in the Ottawa Valley in 2025
Saturday, April 19th, 2025 – Bunny Run, Arnprior
Starting and finishing at Robert Simpson Park, the Bunny Run is a 2km or 5km run or walk along the waterfront trail and the Grove happening on Easter weekend. Run or walk for all ages and all skill levels. It starts at 11:00 am, and sweet treats replace the energy you used up at the end.
Website: www.Arnprior.ca/BunnyRun to learn more and register.
Sunday, May 4, 2025 - Heroes Run for Health Care, Pembroke
The Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation is the beneficiary of these fundraising runs presented by the Canadian Nuclear Laboratories. Run or walk the 2km hero-themed run with hero meet and greets for kids or a 5km timed run. Funds raised go towards purchasing critical equipment for the Regional Hospital. Visit: https://prhf.akaraisin.com/ui/HeroesRun2025
Website: www.HeroesRun.ca
Saturday, May 10, 2025 - Spring Chicken MTB Race, Beachburg, Ontario
This fun event offers two choices: 32km or 60km of mixed gravel and single-track trails. It's the perfect way to launch cycling season. After your ride, enjoy the bake sale, grilled pork loin or veggies on a bun, and salads.
Website: https://borcatrails.com/events
Saturday, June 7 - Renfrew Youth Ride, Ma-ta-weh Park
Two rides for riders of differing abilities. Registration and workshop begin at 9 am, followed by a ride at 10 am. A fun BBQ for participants will wrap up the morning. This event is free.
(613) 432-4848 ext.118
Sunday, June 8 - Krista Johnson Memorial Run, Pembroke
The Krista Johnson Memorial Run includes a 2km walk/run and 5, 10 and 21km runs. All events are timed, and there's a raffle with great prices, kids baking and food truck refreshments.
Website: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/102117/krista-johnson-memorial-run
Saturday, June 28 - Deep River Run for Home
This run mixes trails and roads so you can enjoy the natural environment while raising funds for the new 96-bed long-term care home currently under construction at Deep River & District Health Centre. Choose from 2km, 5km, 10km, or half marathon options. Walk, run, or participate in activities for those supporting others running.
Website: https://drdhfoundation.com/RunForHome
Tuesday, July 1, Matawatchan Canada Day Run, Matawatchan
This fun 1km and 5km run, walk or stroller starts at the Matawatchan Hall and gives people an early jump on Canada Day. Registration is the morning of the run opening at 8:00 am infront of the Hall.
Website: Check the Matawatchan Hall FB Page or the Greater Madawaska Canada Day FB page.
Sunday, July 6—Tour de Beavertails, Killaloe
This cycling and walking event is in support of the Killaloe Food Bank. With road and gravel options, easy to hilly, there's something for everyone. There's also a walk through historic downtown Killaloe. You get a free t-shirt, BeaverTail, and a big welcome from the friendly little town.
Website: charitybiketour.ca
Monday, July 7, 2025
Gearheads dirt bike event www.gearheads.ca
email mel@gearheads.ca
Thursday, July 10 Gearheads dirt bike events gearheads.ca
email mel@gearheads.ca
Thursdays, July 10 and 17 - Gearheads off-road bike events
Saturday, July 19 - Tour de Whitewater, Westmeath
With numerous roads and gravel events, there is a distance for everyone, from family-friendly to 100km through historic farm country along the Ottawa. Post-event, enjoy a burger, chips, and live music.
Website: https://www.webscorer.com/register?pid=1&raceid=380908
Sunday, Aug 3 - Deep River 40th Annual Triathlon
It is a fun and competitive triathlon through the Deep River area. There are categories for individuals, males, females, and teams, and this chip-timed event welcomes everyone.
Website:www.deepriver.ca
August 8-17th, Petawawa Water and Dirt Festival 2025, Petawawa and area
Pick a few events and sign up for this multi-day festival. Try a kayak fishing tournament, paddling races and regatta, a paddle with your pup fundraiser, gravel cycling event, gravel run, triathlon and swim across the river. And more.
Website: https://www.wateranddirt.ca/
Saturday, August 16th, Gravel Odyssey Cycling Race, Petawawa
Gravel Odyssey Gravel Cycling Race covers 100 or 70km of fun and fast gravel roads and trails in the area.
Website: https://www.wateranddirt.ca/dirt/fores-lea-odyssey-gravel-race/
Sunday, August 24, 2025 - Tour de Bonnechere, Eganville
With five different routes, pick a family cruiser, gravel route or road rides at this fun event. There's live music and food at the finish, and the "Monarch of the Mountains" is crowned as the winner of the hilliest road route.
Website: https://tourdebonnechere.blogspot.com/p/virtual-ride-details.html
Saturday, September 20, 2025 - Tour de Poutine 2025, Arnprior
This super fun event is for those who love fries with their bicycle ride. It’s approximately 25km long and finishes at Betty’s Chips in Braeside along the Ottawa River.