The Springbank Sprint 2026

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Apr 4, 2026 edition in London, ON. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2026 race calendar.

The Springbank Sprint takes place on April 4, 2026 in London, Ontario. Organized by Persistence Racing, the one-day community road-and-path race brings runners to Springbank Park for a springtime tune-up and family outing.

Runners can choose a 5 km or 10 km distance, and there are multiple kids' events including a 1 km junior run plus 50 metre and 100 metre short sprints. The 5 km, 10 km and 1 km kids' races are run as out-and-back courses, while the 50 m and 100 m kids' races are short point-to-point sprints. All races begin and end at the Stone Cottage (1085 Commissioners Road West), with ample parking close to the start/finish area.

What sets Springbank Sprint apart is the setting: fast, multi-use paved pathways of the Thames Valley Parkway that run alongside the Thames River inside Springbank Park, and a course that is closed to traffic. The 5 km and 10 km courses are measured by Bernard Conway, Athletics Canada Chief Certifier and a World Athletics/AIMS Grade A measurer, and certified by Athletics Canada; the event is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario. Persistence Racing also directs proceeds toward the Children's Health Foundation, reflecting a local, family-focused vibe and a charity connection that benefits the community.

Registration is handled through the Race Roster entry page; check the Race Roster listing for entry windows and race-day details.

• Start/finish at the Stone Cottage, 1085 Commissioners Road West (ample parking nearby)
• Fast, multi-use paved pathways on the Thames Valley Parkway
• Route runs alongside the Thames River through Springbank Park
• 5 km, 10 km and 1 km kids' races are out-and-back; 50 m and 100 m kids' races are point-to-point
• 5 km and 10 km courses measured by Bernard Conway (Athletics Canada Chief Certifier) and certified by Athletics Canada
• Event sanctioned by Athletics Ontario; course closed to traffic

• Certified courses: 5 km and 10 km measured by Bernard Conway and certified by Athletics Canada
• Scenic riverside course: fast, paved pathways that run alongside the Thames River through Springbank Park
• Closed-to-traffic running: race routes are closed to vehicle traffic for safer, uninterrupted running
• Family-friendly kids' races: multiple youth options including a 1 km out-and-back plus 50 m and 100 m sprints
• Local charity support: a portion of proceeds from Persistence Racing events is donated to the Children's Health Foundation