Girolino

The spirit of the Giro di Burnaby is alive with the return of the Girolino for kids presented by Appia Development. Burnaby brings a pedal and dash event open to all kids aged 5-11 to Confederation Park. Helmets are mandatory and bikes must be in good working order to participate. Cost: $5 Advance registration is required, registration closes July 11. 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 food and fun activities for the whole family. Remember to bring a blanket or chair. 7:30-8:30 am: 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. 10:15 am: Medal presentations start. Presented by Burnaby City Council 11 am: Barbecue by the Burnaby Firefighters. All proceeds go to the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society. Race participants will have a ticket to redeem. *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). Please Note: training wheels are not permitted. Wear running shoes and dress appropriately for weather and activity. If you have questions on race logistics, please email girolino@burnaby.ca.