9th Annual UMEI Lightning Bolt 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Oct 4, 2025 edition in Leamington, Ontario. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2025 race calendar.

The UMEI Lightning Bolt is an annual fundraiser organized by UMEI Christian High School, named after their athletic teams, the UMEI Lightning. The event features various races to raise funds, helping students in need access the UMEI experience. All proceeds support UMEI Christian High School.

Held in Leamington, Ontario, this event offers a community-focused race experience with chip timing, race shirts for early registrants, post-race refreshments, awards, and door prizes.

• Race surface: Road
• Starts at Point Pelee National Park
• Flat and scenic course
• Chip timing
• Suitable for all ages and abilities

• Free entry into Point Pelee National Park for participants
• Race shirt available if registered by early bird deadline
• Chip timing provided by WRACE
• Post-race refreshments
• Awards for top finishers
• Door prizes
• Event runs rain or shine