Demi-Marathon Opti-jeunesse de Farnham
Demi-Marathon Optimiste de Farnham
The 8th edition of the Demi-Marathon Optimiste de Farnham is scheduled for 26 September 2026 at Centre de la Nature de Farnham, 1400 Rue Yamaska Est. Courses take place in rural surroundings near the town of Farnham.
The event raises funds to organize a large-scale, free running and walking activity for youth aged 17 years and under in 2026. To date, more than $21,000 has been raised for youth programming.
Distances offered
- 21.1 km run
- 21.1 km cani-run
- 10 km run/walk
- 10 km cani-run/cani-walk
- 5 km run/walk
- 5 km cani-run/cani-walk
- 3 km run/walk
- 3 km cani-run/cani-walk
- 1 km cani-run/cani-walk
- 1 km (18 years and over)
- 1 km (17 years and under)
The first 50 registrations receive a free tubular neck gaiter. Registrations are non-refundable; bib transfers are accepted.
Bib pickup for the Farnham region is on Friday 25 September 2026 at 502 Rue St-Hilaire suite 101 in Farnham from 16:00 to 19:00. Out-of-region participants may pick up bibs on race day from 7:30.
On-site services include a warm-up, water station, kilometer markers, toilets, entertainment, participation medals, parking, on-site registration and electronic timing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.