The 5K Foam Fest - Vancouver, BC
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About the race
The 5K Foam Fest in the Vancouver area is an obstacle-course fun run held on June 5, 2027. The course is approximately 5 km and features more than 25 optional obstacles, including an inflatable waterslide, mud pits and large volumes of foam (listed as 2.5 million cubic feet). Participants move through the course at their own pace and may skip any obstacle.
The event includes a festival area with music, food vendors, local vendors and a beer garden. A free kids zone is provided for children aged 6 and under; this area offers a mini inflatable obstacle course and a bounce house under adult supervision. Spectators have free access to the festival area, vendors and beer garden.
Entry packages list included items such as a festival wristband, string bag, buff, finisher's medal, Foam Fest tattoo, water stations, shower station, change room access and a free finish line photo. Course photos are available for purchase. Age and supervision rules state that participants must be at least 7 years old to run; children aged 7 to 12 must run with a registered adult, while those 13 to 17 may participate without an adult but must follow event rules. No refunds on entries; transfer options are available. The exact venue within the Vancouver area is to be announced. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
