Friends Who Like to Do Things - Fun Run/Walk 2026

Friends Who Like to Do Things - Fun Run/Walk

WE ARE BACK FOR 2026!

All abilities and people welcome! Spectators welcome!

Location: Between Friends Camp Bonaventure - Sandy Beach, 1215 50 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 2V8

Time: Arrive at 10:00. Group warm up at 10:45. Get active at 11:00!

Course: In and around Sandy Beach Park and the Lower Reservoir

What to wear/bring: Wear what makes you feel your best for exercising! Please be sure to bring enough water with you. There will be some bottled water available.

Donations are encouraged and welcomed. Why not create a fundraising page, right here on RaceRoster, to help spread the word to your friends and family!

Detailed instructions can be found here!

If you needed anymore of an incentive to raise money, proceeds from this event will be matched up to 50% through Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, meaning that your donations will be worth more!

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New for 2026!

If you joined us in 2025, thank you - you are the reason we are able to put on this wonderful event for a second year in a row!

This year, we want to welcome even more of you down to camp - even those who simply have no interest in 5 KM, and just want to enjoy a morning sending off their new friends round the course before hanging out with us at Camp, making the most of the extras we will have on offer.

Which is why we are working ferociously behind the scenes to create a "Runner's Village" worth hanging out in.

Think free samples, good vibes, snacks, and more!

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A message from the organizers:

Between Friends

Between Friends provides quality social, recreation, and development opportunities so that people with disabilities can connect, grow, and belong.

At Between Friends, we believe deeply in the power of connection and community - which is why we’re thrilled about the opportunity to collaborate with Girls Who Like to Do Things on a fun run that celebrates inclusion, movement, and friendship.

This partnership presents an exciting chance to further our mission of providing inclusive social and recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities, while also bringing together a vibrant community of people who just love doing things - especially together.

At the heart of Between Friends' work is the recognition of how essential recreation and social experiences are to the well-being of people with disabilities. Many individuals face barriers to social interaction, often resulting in isolation. Our programs provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can build friendships, grow their confidence, and have fun in spaces where they are truly included.

By creating events where people of all abilities can participate side-by-side, we’re not only promoting inclusion - we're fostering a culture of acceptance and mutual understanding in the broader community. For over 40 years, Between Friends has offered diverse programs that empower individuals with disabilities to lead meaningful lives, filled with opportunity, joy, and connection.

As the only agency in Calgary and Red Deer solely dedicated to social, recreational, and developmental opportunities for people with disabilities, Between Friends plays a vital role in building a more inclusive world - one friendship at a time.

Partnering with Girls Who Like to Do Things for a community fun run is a natural extension of that mission. Together, we can raise awareness, build new connections, and generate essential support to ensure that inclusive fun continues to flourish for everyone involved.

We’d love to run this journey together.

Girls Who Like To Do Things

While being brought to you by students, Girls Who Like To Do Things is open to everyone: student or not! If you are interested in our club and attending an event, you can officially consider yourself a Girl Who Likes To Do Things.

Girls Who Like To Do Things is an event-centered social club that aims to empower women by creating fun, supportive spaces to make friends and try new things!

From rock climbing to painting to movie nights (and everything in between), our mission is to foster community on campus and encourage women to explore their interests. With diverse activities, Girls Who Like To Do Things provides opportunities for members to step outside their comfort zones, build confidence, and form meaningful connections.

All women, femme, non-binary individuals, and those comfortable in women-led spaces are welcome to join us in celebrating the joy of trying new things!