Run or walk with us on the longest night of the year, December 21-22.

The Longest Night Run is a community vigil where we come together to remember those lost and to honour those struggling through difficult seasons in life.

Tuesday, December 21 is the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. In southern Manitoba that means 16 hours of darkness, from sunset to sunrise on the 22nd.

This is a night where we experience darkness. Grief. Loneliness. Anxiety. Weariness. We think of friends and family who are suffering. We think of the dark, lonely places in our own lives. We're not running for speed, nor heroics.

Maybe you're suffering. Maybe someone you know is suffering. This is your chance to practice longing. To practice hope. This is a vigil. This is us using our feet because words will not suffice.

And, together, we will move forward through the darkness.

Run package pickup and snacks will be available all night at The Public in Steinbach. Check out these routes starting from The Public you can cover.

You can also choose to walk or run, alone or with friends or family, anywhere you are – for 30 minutes, 2 hours, 8 hours, or the whole night.

Cost

• Adults: $20

• Kids: $5

Proceeds from registration as well as 100% of extra donations (which are tax-deductible) will be going to Southeast Cancer Support Services this year.

Registration includes

• Participation in a memorable night of running, walking, and community

• Sticker (and maybe some other goodies)

• Snacks

Questions?

Find more details on the website: longestnightrun.com.

Email us at hello@longestnightrun.com.

We will face the darkness, together.