La Grande Vadrouille
Organized by the club Les Vadrouilleurs, La Grande Vadrouille takes place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, and offers several distances for the autumn season, including 1 km, 2 km, 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km races.
Free Participation for Vaudreuil-Dorion Residents (17 and under):
Residents of Vaudreuil-Dorion aged 17 and under may participate free of charge by completing the registration form at the Service des loisirs et de la culture, located on the 2nd floor of the Centre Multisports (3093, boulevard de la Gare).
Course and Services:
New routes have been in place since 2022. There is no elevation change for the 1 km, 2 km, and 5 km; the 10 km and 15 km cross a viaduct out and back.
Services included with registration cover traffic-secured courses, start mats on the 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km, free downloadable race photos via PixiSport, kilometer markers, outdoor portable toilets, water points on 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km, free parking near the finish, on-site first aid, and a post-race healthy snack. Bibs and timing chips are handed out on the morning of the event; bibs must be worn on the outside of clothing and the correct chip used for each race.
Awards and Prizes:
- $100 prize for the male and female winners of the 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km.
- Medals for the top three in each age group across all distances (1 km, 2 km, 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km).
- A participation medal for all finishers.
Registration Information:
Online registration for 2026 is available until September 17th at noon. On-site registration is also possible on race day up to 30 minutes before each start.
Pricing (2026):
| Event | Jan 1 - Apr 15 (9 AM) | Apr 15 - Sep 17 (11:59 PM) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 km (11 and under) | $18 | $20 |
| 2 km (19 and under) | $23 | $25 |
| 2 km (20 and over) | $25 | $30 |
| 5 km | $45 | $50 |
| 10 km | $50 | $55 |
| 15 km | $55 | $60 |
Start Schedule:
| Event | Start Time | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 15 km | 8:00 AM | 120 mins |
| 10 km | 8:30 AM | 90 mins |
| 5 km | 10:00 AM | 45 mins |
| 2 km | 10:45 AM | 30 mins |
| 1 km Girls (11 and under) | 11:20 AM | |
| 1 km Boys (11 and under) | 11:40 AM |
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.