50K
50k Solo
Sat, Aug 9 · 7:00 AM
50K
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Joy Run 50 2025
- St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
About Joy Run 50 2025
The Joy Run 50 is an annual 50-kilometer ultramarathon and relay event held in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Starting from the iconic Signal Hill National Historic Site, the race follows the rugged East Coast Trail, offering stunning ocean views, cliff edges, and scenic trails including Cobbler’s Path and Sugarloaf Path.
This event celebrates resilience, connection, and hope by raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. Participants can run solo or as part of a relay team, with the race culminating in a festive gathering featuring food, drinks, and live music.
Distances and events
50K
Joy Run 50 Relay
RelayTime BasedFri, Aug 8 · 11:30 PM
50K
50k Relay
RelayTime BasedSat, Aug 9 · 7:00 AM
Prices from the organizer. Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing.
Highlights
The course traverses varied terrain, including trail paths and roads, for a unique running experience.
Focuses on mental health and suicide prevention awareness.
Race finish includes food, drinks, and live music for participants and supporters.
Opportunity to run solo or as part of a relay team.
Course
- Location
- St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Course details
- Starts at Signal Hill National Historic Site.
- Follows the East Coast Trail featuring Cobbler’s Path and Sugarloaf Path.
- Offers scenic ocean views, cliff edges, and passes small historic communities.
- Designed to challenge runners with a mix of trail and road terrain.
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Last updated: October 2, 2026
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