10k - 5k - 1k
This is how we fiesta !
Fun Race bibs!
Bottle opener medal!
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Big Fiesta Run!
All Registration Fees are Non-Refundable
select your race type:
Limited tickets per Price Level*
Don't miss out on the best deal!
*The price level will increase when available tickets sell out or the event draws closer.
base registration:
includes race entry, race bib & Lei / Maraca combo
Custom Race Names must be submitted before April 18th
1K
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
$10
$15
$20
5K
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
$15
$20
$25
10K
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
$15
$20
$25
Virtual
1K 5K 10K
$15
Included
MaracaLei!
add-ons available:
Souvenir
medal
$10
Commemorate your victory with a unique finishers medal.
fun pack
$5
Make your run the most fun! Packs include an additional costume item & goodies!
race kit
mail-out
option
$5
Select this option to have your race kit mailed to your billing address!
Come out and celebrate With Us!
Celebrate with us at this fiesta themed fun run on May 5th, 2018. It offers a 10km & 5km Big Fiesta Run/Walk (2pm), as well as a 1km Little Fiesta Run/Walk (1pm). The Big Fiesta Run tours picturesque Burnaby Lake. The course winds its way along trails lining the largest lake in the Lower Mainland with views of the North Shore mountains, and local wildlife.
With mild inclines and paved trails, everyone is assured a beautiful and stress-free run or walk. The route is suitable for all ages and abilities. Leashed dogs and strollers are absolutely welcome.
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Cheer on your fellow fiesta friends!
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Visit our Vendors!
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Dance to the Big Fiesta DJ!
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Giveaways!
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Awards!
Awards
Fastest Male & Female
Best
Costume
Awarded to the first runners across the finish!
Awarded to the most stylish Party Person in town.
Team
Spirit
Awarded to the most stylish group!
Social Media
Awarded to the most liked post from the event, be sure to tag @runtoursinc #BigFiestaRun
Course Description
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10km, 5km & 1km run or walk
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Rain or shine or snow
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Flat well-worn trails & boardwalk
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Light forest trails
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Dog friendly
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Stroller friendly*
Starting Point
3860 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC V5B 4X5, Canada
10km Route Map
Runners/Walkers will need to complete the route within 2hrs 15mins.
5km Route Map
Runners/Walkers will need to complete the route within 2hrs 15mins.
1 km Route Map
1km route will not be chip timed
How to get There
Transit
Take the SkyTrain to the Sperling /Burnaby Lake station. From here either take a 15 minute trail walk to the start area or take bus #144 to Sprott St. Visit the Translink website for more info.
Walk or Bike
Pedestrians and cyclists can take advantage of routes linking Burnaby Lake to your front door.
Driving
Please carpool if you can! Access the park from the main entrance off of Kensington Ave. (Exit 33 from Highway #1)
Positions Available
Start/Finish Line
Assist with the set-up and function of the start/finish line, including participant management, water and snack station, and medal distribution! Some volunteers may also be asked to assist with race timing if interested.
Cheer Team
Create a positive vibe around the event by providing lots of smiles, high fives and cheers to runners on the race course and around the start/finish line! The Cheer Team provides basic info about the event to participants and assists with race operations, but most of all exudes ENTHUSIASM!!! This position is great for groups, or minors with their guardian.
Clean Up
Retrieve tables and other equipment, take down signage, pack up supplies, etc. Great for anyone who is running the race and still wants to support the event by volunteering. And YES, you may absolutely register to volunteer for an earlier shift as well as this one!
Cycle Squad
Ride your bike around the course, providing assistance and information as asked. Lead cyclist will ride just ahead of the first runners, notifying route marshals that runners are coming. Sweep patrol will ride behind the last runners to ensure nobody is lost or left on the course. Cyclists must provide their own bike & helmet.
First Aid ***Certification Required***
Provide treatment to event participants (runners, volunteers & staff) who require medical assistance.
Green Team
Keep our race site beautiful by overseeing trash collection to encourage recycling.
Route Marshal
Volunteers will be stationed around the event site and at various parts of the course to guide runners, answer questions, and connect with Race Staff as required.
Package Pickup
Greet eager race participants as they pick up their race kits. Distribute packages, explain contents, and answer basic questions about the upcoming event.
Race Kit Prep
Assemble participant race packages. Great for anyone who can't volunteer on race day but still wants to be involved! YES, you may absolutely register to volunteer for Race Kit Prep AND volunteer (or run) on race day!
Event Set-up & Decor
Set up tables, tents and other equipment; distribute supplies to their assigned locations, organize check-in areas, help prepare water and food stations. If you see it at a race, the set-up crew put it there! Depending on the event, there may also be festive themed decor to set up.
Route Marking/Signage
Help us make sure the runners know where they're going by working with the Course Manager before the race to put up signs and distribute other route marking aids such as cones to their designated locations.
Registration Table
Distribute race packets, process race-day registrations, and monitor lines to ensure participants are helped as quickly as possible. Also check-in volunteers and direct them to their stations. Once the race begins you may have the opportunity to assist with other race tasks.
Bag Check
Provide secure organized storage for participants' belongings during the race.
