24 Hour to Empower Running Challenge

AUG
29
2026
24 Hour To Empower in Barrie features 5 km loops each hour for 24 hours to reach 120 km while raising funds for the Women & Children's Shelter of Barrie.
Sat 29 Aug 2026
5 Km Loop 24 Hour Challenge

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24 Hour To Empower Running Challenge

The event takes place at Athletic Kulture, Reid Drive, Barrie, ON, Canada on August 29–30, 2026. Over 24 hours participants complete a 5 km loop every hour, for a total of 120 km.

Participation options include running the full distance solo, sharing the distance with a relay team, or joining for one or more individual 5 km loops. Distance options include:

  • 5 km loop
  • 120 km total (24 x 5 km loops)

Proceeds support the Women & Children's Shelter of Barrie. The event description notes a suggested donation of CA$10 per 5 km loop and lists registration fees that vary by number of loops. Additional ways to be involved mentioned are donating any amount, sponsoring an hour as a business or organization, and volunteering.

The event description frames each kilometre as a concrete step toward safety and recovery for women and children affected by domestic violence. Provided information focuses on event format, participation choices, fundraising options, and the beneficiary organization. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

120 km
24 Hour Challenge
5 km
5 Km Loop

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