Thursday, May 23, 2019

Riverhead Run For Freedom Saturday June 29

The annual 8k Run For Freedom in St. Mary's Bay is set for Saturday June 29 starting 10am at the Royal Canadian Legion in Riverhead with a reception following the race.

Pre-registration will be available Thursday June 27 from 6-8pm at Hydro Place on Columbus Drive with registration cut-off at 150 runners. If any spots remain there will be registration available during bib/chip pickup at the Legion race morning from 8:15-9:15am. Fee is $20 for 8k race and $10 for 5k fun run/walk.

This race commemorates the Battle of Beaumont Hamel with the overall female and male winners each receiving a coin commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day (pictured).