When is the Butterfly Run in 2026?

Saturday, October 3, 2026 — every location runs the same day. Each event below links to its own page with the local start details.

What time does the Butterfly Run start?

It is not one time nationwide. Of the 8 locations listed, 8 have published a timetable: 7 of the 8 start at 10 a.m. local time, the earliest at 9 a.m., the latest at 10 a.m. — each location's page carries its own schedule, so check the one you are running.

How many Butterfly Run events are there in Canada?

RaceFinder lists 8, across 2 provinces and 8 cities, all on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The organizer's own site has the complete list, including smaller community events that never reach a race calendar. This page is rebuilt from the calendar daily, so it reflects what is listed rather than a number someone typed once.

What distances does the Butterfly Run offer?

Across the series: 5km, 1km. Individual locations vary — open the one nearest you to see what it runs.

Where do I register for the Butterfly Run?

On the organizer's own page. Each location's page links straight to its registration — RaceFinder never takes signups or a cut.

Butterfly Run 2026

Saturday, October 3, 2026 — in 2 days

8 listed locations across 2 provinces, all on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Run and walked by families who have lost a pregnancy or an infant. Quieter than most start lines, and the 1K is there for people bringing children.

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Ontario · 1 British Columbia · 7

Ontario

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Saturday, October 3, 2026
2026 Brockville Butterfly RunPrice ends soon
Brockville, ON · Road · 5km / 1km · starts 10 a.m. · from $29

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British Columbia

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Every other race in Kamloops, Kelowna, Nanaimo, Prince Rupert, Vancouver and Whistler.

Butterfly Run — FAQ

When is the Butterfly Run in 2026?: Saturday, October 3, 2026 — every location runs the same day. Each event below links to its own page with the local start details.
What time does the Butterfly Run start?: It is not one time nationwide. Of the 8 locations listed, 8 have published a timetable: 7 of the 8 start at 10 a.m. local time, the earliest at 9 a.m., the latest at 10 a.m. — each location's page carries its own schedule, so check the one you are running.
How many Butterfly Run events are there in Canada?: RaceFinder lists 8, across 2 provinces and 8 cities, all on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The organizer's own site has the complete list, including smaller community events that never reach a race calendar. This page is rebuilt from the calendar daily, so it reflects what is listed rather than a number someone typed once.
What distances does the Butterfly Run offer?: Across the series: 5km, 1km. Individual locations vary — open the one nearest you to see what it runs.
Where do I register for the Butterfly Run?: On the organizer's own page. Each location's page links straight to its registration — RaceFinder never takes signups or a cut.

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