The spirit of the Giro di Burnaby is alive with the return of the Girolino for kids. Burnaby brings a pedal and dash event open to all kids aged 5-11 to Confederation Park
Date/Time: Jun 14 2026, 7:30 am to 1:00 pm
Burnaby, Confederation ParkCost: $10
Find tickets: here
Please note: Helmets are mandatory and bikes must be in good working order to participate. Training wheels and balance bikes are not permitted. Wear running shoes and dress appropriately for the weather and activity.
Registration on WebReg starts at 10 am:
- Burnaby residents: May 4
- General: May 6
There are 3 different bike and run course lengths:
- Mini course (5-6 years old): 350 m bike/200 m run
- Medium course (7-8 years old): 700 m bike/500 m run
- Long course (9-11 years old): 1050 m bike/500 m run
Schedule:
Cheer on the riders while enjoying a pancake breakfast and fun activities for the whole family. Remember to bring a blanket or chair.
- 7:30-8:30: Bike check in*
- 8:45 am: Pre-race meeting for young athletes
- 9 am: Race starts. There will be staggered races based on age groups starting with the 5-11 year olds.
- 9:30 am: Medal presentations start. Presented by Burnaby City Council.
- 9:30-11 am: Pancake breakfast (by donation with proceeds going to the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society)
*Bike drop off takes place between 7:30-8:30 am at the north end of the Confederation Park gravel field (located on Penzance Drive off Willingdon Avenue).
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