Residents in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, can participate in the annual 5K Lobster Crawl community run on Saturday, February 28, 2026. This event serves as a final celebration for the month-long Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl festival and offers a winter fitness activity for local families and runners.
The five-kilometre race begins and ends at the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre. Participants will follow a scenic out-and-back route that crosses the LaHave River and follows the Centennial Trail. People of all fitness levels are invited to run, walk, or crawl the course while enjoying views of the river.
Registration for the run is typically $10 per person, with proceeds supporting local school breakfast programs. The Town of Bridgewater provides support for the event, while the South Shore Tourism Cooperative organizes the broader festival. Local businesses on King Street are preparing lobster-themed specials and shopping opportunities for spectators and participants to enjoy after the race.
Organizers suggest that participants use the parking lot at the lifestyle centre because space downtown may be limited due to festival activities. While the month’s festivities conclude with the run, the official Tail End Reception is scheduled for the evening of Friday, February 27, in nearby Lunenburg. More information about the festival finale can be found through the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl social media updates.
