The 5K Foam Fest - Ottawa

Event overview

The 5K Foam Fest in Ottawa takes place on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Rd, Nepean, ON. It is a 5K course that combines an obstacle route with on-site festival elements. Spectators are admitted free of charge.

The course features 25 listed obstacles, including large inflatable waterslides, multiple slip n slides, foam chambers, cargo climbs, hill climbs, tire hops, log rolls and other climb and crawl elements. Organizers state that about 2.5 million cubic feet of foam are used at each event and a foam zone is included near the start and finish.

On-site inclusions and services for participants include a string bag, a 5K Foam Buff, a finishers medal, a festival wristband, a temporary tattoo and a free low resolution finish photo. The site also offers a Kids Free Fun Zone, water stations, a live DJ, food vendors, a licensed beer garden, a merchandise tent, a rinse station, shaded areas and a gear check available for a small donation. The event lists charitable support and waste reduction efforts as part of its program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.