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Joy Run 50

Name: Joy Run 50
Start: 2026-08-01
End: 2026-08-01
Location: St. John's

St. John's, Canada • 1 Aug 2026

Joy Run 50

Joy Run 50 is presented in a new format: a 25 km individual trail run and a two person relay covering 25 km. The route starts at Signal Hill in St. John's and finishes at Middle Cove Beach. Route maps are provided for each relay leg.

Distances available:

25 km individual run
25 km two person relay

The event focuses on promoting mental health and raising awareness about suicide prevention through trail running. Messaging for the event emphasizes resilience, community, and honoring a loved one's memory.

Organizers provide relay team registration support and troubleshooting guidance for accepting relay invites, including the need to log in to an account before accepting an invitation.

Registration closes Fri, May 1 @ 11:59PM NT Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada Newfoundland and Labrador St. John's

Race information

Website Registration

25 km

25km 2-Person Relay

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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