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Saturday, December 12th, 2026 - 5km & 10km

Thank You for Making Disco Dash Unforgettable!

What an incredible night! Thank you for making the inaugural Disco Dash a huge success.

It was an amazing celebration of our community. Together, we kicked off the opening of the full boardwalk path and made a real impact through our charity efforts – raising over $2,000 for KidSport New West. Your energy and enthusiasm brought the vibe to life, and we couldn’t have done it without you.

Mark your calendars:
Registration for next year opens mid-December. Let’s make the next Disco Dash even bigger and brighter!

A Night to Glow

Join us for a glow-filled 5K night run along the scenic New Westminster Quay! Starting and finishing at Pier Park, this out-and-back route hugs the Fraser River, with stunning city lights and a festive atmosphere to celebrate at the finish.

The out-and-back route takes you along the waterfront boardwalk to the Quay’s turnaround point. The path is mostly flat with gentle curves, making it perfect for runners of all abilities.

Bring your brightest, wackiest costume, glow sticks, LED gear, or reflective attire to enhance the night-time atmosphere.

Conveniently scheduled the day after Halloween, so you can dress up and enjoy all your leftover candy!

What's Included

  • Unique finisher’s medal
  • Professionally timed, measured 5K course
  • One beer included with race bib
  • Swag bag with goodies
  • Glow gear
  • Opportunity to run the full Quay boardwalk since its re-opening
  • Post-race celebration in the beer garden

Event Info

Course

Run the Riverbend! Join us for a flat, fast and scenic 5K or 10K along the Fraser River at Fraser Foreshore Park in Big Bend, Burnaby! Starting and finishing next to the Fraser Foreshore Pier, this route follows the river on wide paved and gravel paths.

The course is flat with wide paths, so there’s plenty of room to run your own race, whether you’re chasing a personal best or getting out for a morning by the river.

Runners will be treated with views of the Fraser River, stunning wildlife (including an eagles nest), some beautiful trails and maybe a tugboat or two.

Kids Race

The Kids Race is FREE to participate! We welcome all kids to participate at our event; however, the age limit for the kids race is 11 years old. It’s not timed, is non-competitive and purely for the fun of all involved. The Kids race will run a short 1KM out and back at 12pm.

Riverbender 5K Route
Riverbender 10K Route

Click on the map to see a larger version.

Event Staging Map

You can download the staging map by click on the button below.

Schedule

10am – Bag Check and late pickup opens
11am – 5km Race start!
11:10am – 10km Race start!
12pm – Kids race starts!
12:30pm – Awards/Prizes

Prizes

Every participant will receive a unique finishers medal!

Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in male, female and non-binary categories.

Post Race Event: Your Beer Voucher

Your registration includes a beer voucher, redeemable at Steel & Oak Brewing Co. (1319 Third Ave, New Westminster). There’s no beer garden at the race site, so head to the taproom to celebrate. Beer vouchers are for ages 19+.

Race Kit Pickup

Pick up your bib and swag bag, plus the opportunity to purchase discounted 4-packs of beer to go for that day only.

Location: Steel & Oak Brewing Co.

Pickup Dates:

  • Thursday December 10th: 5:30-8pm

What to Bring:

  • Picking up your own kit? Bring ID.
  • Picking up for someone else? Bring confirmation email or screenshot.

Event Info - Services

Enjoy a seamless race day experience with our on-site services.

Bag Check

Opens at 10am at the start/finish. Label your bag with your full name and bib number. Volunteers manage the station, but items are left at your own risk.

Food and Water

Start/finish line: Water will be available before and after the run, along with a snack station at the finish line. Please bring a reusable bottle to reduce waste.

Medical Support

Foundations First aid will be on-site at the start/finish line.

How to get here

Queen’s Park is a busy park! There are always events happening throughout the park on weekends, so please plan accordingly as parking may be limited.

Transit

Take the 116 bus from Edmonds Station to North Fraser Way @ Tillicum St, a short walk from the start line.

Parking

There’s plenty of free street parking in the area around Fraser Foreshore Park.