This the best way we know to introduce kids to the sport of trail running. The Kids Death Race takes place on the Sunday of each August long weekend; and is one of the highlights of the weekend. The course is approximately 6km long on wilderness trails, with one big mud pit (which everyone must wade through), and one big hill that comes near the end of the course. Anyone making the cut-off time (90 minutes for 6km) is a winner and will receive a Kids Death Race finisher’s medal! The course is closely supervised by adults.

The race starts at 2:00pm on Sunday in Central Park. We need a lot of volunteers to make it happen, so please give us a hand.

Parents may accompany their children on the wilderness portion of the trail, but kids are required to carry their own food and water for the entire race - there are no aid stations. Children must start and finish the race to the greatest extent possible on their own, although some very young children and kids with special needs may need parental assistance. Parents, please be advised that smaller, less competitive, or slower children must go to the back of the starting line. Parents... please use common sense when fueling your little racer before the event!

Parents – Don't Forget to Register Early!
Kids' Death Race registration opens December 1 at 12:00pm via the Registration Page.

Over the years the kids’ death race has become quite popular and very, very, competitive. We can only accept the first 200 registrants and all participants must be 15 or younger on race day.

Entry is only $40 and includes a T-shirt and Kids Race Kit Goody Bag. Anyone making the cut-off time (90 min) will receive a Death Race finisher’s medal! Those who place 1st, 2nd or 3rd in the age categories: 9 & under, 10-12, and 13-15 for male and female will get a coin and coin case! There are also prizes for all mini racers given at the awards ceremony in the rec center arena.

Entry Fees
Kids Race Entry Fees are $40 +GST. There are NO REFUNDS. Thank you for your understanding.