Are you looking for your next challenge? This article is for you! Sporting events abound in Lanaudière, and it's time to take part in one of the races presented here. Endurance, agility, obstacles, speed, here's what awaits you at one or other of these events. With family, friends or work colleagues, here are 7 great opportunities to push your limits and surpass yourself!
Race fans and adrenaline junkies, discover the races you must take part in in Lanaudière during the summer season.
COURSE EXTRÊME
The Course Extrême took place on May 10th in Saint-Calixte. The Course Extrême obstacle course has more than 50 permanent obstacles over 5 km and 8 km, inspired by the military. Test your balance, strength, climbing ability and endurance. The goal is to complete the course as quickly as possible. The course is open to everyone, whether you're an athlete looking for an extreme challenge or just curious to test your personal limits, there's something for everyone.
COOL DAD RACE
The Cool Dad Race takes place on July 5th and is an outdoor event with a mega 3 km mud course, ideal for dad and the kids. While dad runs, mom can relax in the CHILL Zone! Afterwards, it's all about family fun with lots of activities like the maze, inflatables, giant games and more! It's a day dedicated to health, family, laughter and creating unforgettable memories. Come out and enjoy all the activities and action!
DEAD END RACE
The obstacle course for the most daredevil racers is coming to Saint-Calixte! The event, which takes place on July 12, 2025, features some forty large obstacles. Even the most seasoned runners will enjoy taking part in this unique race.
AVENGERS RACE
The Avengers Race takes place on July 26th in Saint-Calixte. This unique race combines endurance, running and team activities. Obstacles cover 75% of the course. A meeting of strength, agility, endurance and strategy.
SUPERDAD RACE
Don't miss the ultimate family race of the summer on August 2nd! Also taking place in Saint-Calixte, this 3 km obstacle course is open to the whole family and encourages parents to run with their children. Children and adults alike will find what they're looking for at more than 25 activity, entertainment and show stations. There's a forest maze, an observation tower, giant games, a zip line, inflatable games and interactive percussion.
ZEN'NATURE CROSS-COUNTRY
On August 16th, come to Saint-Zénon to take part in this race for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family run or a race to test your limits, the Zen'Nature cross-country race is for everyone. The Zen'Nature cross-country race offers distances to suit everyone: 500 m, 2 km, 5 km, 10 km, 20 km and even 30 km run or walk. Organizations are even invited to take part in the "Défi-Entreprise" with their employees for an exceptional team-building activity! What's more, the courses take place in the heart of the Lanaudière forest, making the event even more unforgettable!
MORDUS D'LA TRAIL
On the weekend of October 11 and 12, Rawdon will host the Mordus d'la trail. Now in its fourth year, trail runners and dog harness racers are invited to take on various distances to outdo themselves. On Saturday night, runners can even participate in a night race.
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