24 Hour To Empower Running Challenge
Barrie, ON
Sat, Aug 29, 2026
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Saturday, August 29th, 2026
154 Reid Dr, Barrie ON
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58–75°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
48–60°F
dry
2024
61–71°F
dry
2023
52–77°F
rain
2022
67–86°F
dry
2021
71–86°F
rain
2020
61–75°F
rain
2019
56–76°F
dry
2018
64–79°F
rain
2017
58–72°F
dry
2016
62–74°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 29
Cloudy · 46–72°F
Saturday, Aug 29starts near 46°F · 3% chance of rain · wind up to 10 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 24-Hour to Empower Running Challenge
- Location: Barrie, Ontario, 154 Reid Dr
- Date: August 29th – 30th, 2026
- URL: Race Registration
Challenge Details
- Distance: 5 km every hour for a total of 120 km
- Participation: Full challenge, relay, or single 5 km loop
- Significance: Represents a journey beyond physical distance
- Support: Benefits Women & Children's Shelter of Barrie
Getting Involved
- Full Challenge: Run solo or as part of a team
- 5 km Loops: Participate for a $10 donation per loop
- Make a Donation: Support the shelter with any amount
- Sponsor an Hour: Businesses and organizations can contribute
Event Schedule
- Venue: Athletic Kulture, Reid Drive, Barrie
- Start Time: 10:00 AM
- Duration: 24 hours
- Community Impact: Every contribution provides safety and hope
Final Thoughts
- Importance: Every step matters, every km makes a difference
- Empowerment: Every donation empowers change
- Support Local: Help women and children rebuild their lives
- Join Us: Make a difference in our community
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