Lunenburg World Heritage Site 5K Road Race and Muffin Run 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Jun 8, 2025 edition in Lunenburg, NS. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2025 race calendar.

The Lunenburg 5km Road Race and Muffin Run, affectionately known as "The Muffin Run," is a 5K loop around the picturesque town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. The route starts and finishes at the War Memorial Community Center on Green Street, passing by the boardwalk, the Bluenose, and various historical sites.

After the race, participants are treated to a post-race Muffin Festival featuring homemade muffins prepared by volunteers, making for a delightful community celebration.

* 5 km loop starting and finishing at War Memorial Community Center on Green Street * Route passes the boardwalk, the Bluenose, and historical sites

• Race starts at 9:00 AM and route open until 11:00 AM
• Register before May 15th to receive a race t-shirt
• Non-service dogs are prohibited
• Participants with strollers requested to line up at the back