Joy Run 50
St. John's, Canada • 15 Nov 2025
Event information
The Joy Run 50 is scheduled for November 15, 2025 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. This is the 5th annual running of the event. Distances offered:
- 50 km
- 50 km Relay
The event raises awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. It was postponed from August 9, 2025 to November 15, 2025.
Course and relay segments
The main route is listed as 49.14 km with 1,387 m elevation gain. The course follows sections of the East Coast Trail and includes segments named Cobbler’s Path and Sugarloaf Path. The route moves through coastal and community areas around St. John’s and uses a mix of trail and road surfaces.
The relay is divided into four legs: Leg 1 is 14.51 km (352 m gain) from Cabot Tower to the Ocean Science Centre parking lot; Leg 2 is 12.3 km (374 m gain) from the Ocean Science Centre lot to Middle Cove Beach and includes about 7 km road and 5 km trail; Leg 3 is 12.2 km (332 m gain) from Middle Cove Beach to Flatrock; Leg 4 is 10.1 km (341 m gain) from Flatrock to Satellite Road. Route descriptions note stairs, flagged sections, and several road-to-trail transitions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.