The Great Big Cookie Run

REGISTER

The Great Big Cookie Run is a delightful one-of-a-kind event for runners of all ages and experience levels! Run, walk or roll the 5K or kids 1K and receive your sweet reward of Girl Guide Cookies as you cross the finish line! 

Are you ready to run for cookies?

 

Included in your registration:

  • A fun Great Big Cookie Run medal (unless opting for the Green Bib)
  • A personalized race bib
  • Professional race timing
  • Post-race snacks and beverages
  • Girl Guide cookies on course and at the finish line!

 

Optional add-ons to commemorate your race:

  • Great Big Cookie Run technical shirt
  • iTab ribbon hanger 

 

EVENT DETAILS

Races: 5km and 1km

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

Start times:

  • Kids 1K: 8:30 am
  • 5K: 9:00 am

Location: Lansdowne Park

 

FEES:

Early bird registration:

  • 5K: $61.86 + HST
  • 5K youth: $28.13 + HST
  • 1K: $16.88 + HST

 

Did you know you can run this race for FREE by joining Run Ottawa? 

As a member, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits like ONE FREE RACE, 10% off all other Run Ottawa events, discounts with partner services and more! Dual, youth and family options now available! See the complete list of benefits here!

 

PARKING:

The Queen Elizabeth Driveway will be closed Saturday, October 26 from 7:30-10:30 am between 5th Avenue and Preston Street. Street parking will be available in the Lansdowne Park area.

 

ROUTE

 

ACCESSIBILITY

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Danielle Avery.

 

ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE

Online registration closes on Monday, October 20 at 11:59 pm.

 

GREEN BIB OPTION

The Green Bib does not include a medal, instead a portion of your registration fee will be donated to the event charity partner, Girl Guides of Canada.

 

*Please note event details are subject to change. Any questions please email questions@runottawa.ca.