Mystery
The Leftovers Mystery Race
Fri, Nov 14 · 10:00 PM
Race
- Past race
- Trail
The Leftovers Mystery Race 2025: Running With Scissors Edition
- Bayfront Park, Hamilton, Ontario
Hosted byHappy Trails Racing
About The Leftovers Mystery Race 2025: Running With Scissors Edition
The Leftovers Mystery Race 2025, 'Running With Scissors Edition,' takes place on December 6, 2025, at Bayfront Park in Hamilton, Ontario. This unique event features a new twist: participants are provided with blunt-tip scissors and must complete cutting tasks at checkpoints throughout the course. The event maintains its tradition of surprise distances and a fun, community-focused atmosphere, with race kits and medals composed of leftover items from previous Happy Trails Racing events. Registration is free, but participants are asked to bring a $20 bill to donate to one of several local charities.
Distances and events
Prices from the organizer. Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing.
Highlights
New 'Running With Scissors' challenge: participants cut out images at checkpoints using provided scissors
Race distances and routes remain a mystery until race day
Race kits and medals made from leftover items from past events
Costumes and fun running outfits encouraged with creative awards
Emphasis on a lighthearted, community-focused event
Limited aid stations, no chip timing
'Tradesies' encouraged for exchanging race swag
Registration is free; $20 cash donation to selected charities requested
Course
- Surface
- Trail
- Location
- Bayfront Park, Hamilton, Ontario
Course details
- Course is on paved pedestrian trails at Bayfront Park, Hamilton
- Participants discover their exact race route and distance upon arrival
- Secret routes and mystery distances preserved
- Cutting tasks at checkpoints are a new feature for 2025
- Minimal extras to keep the event casual and fun
About the organizer
Organizer
Happy Trails Racing
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Last updated: October 2, 2026
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