Owen Sound

Schedule

• 10:00 am: Meet Check-in

• 10:45 am: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks

• 11:00 am: Move Send-off

• 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served

• 1:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2027!

Local Details

Parking

Parking is available on-site and nearby, please follow posted signage and volunteer directions upon arrival.

Other Info

Accessible washrooms will be available, and we’ve taken steps to ensure the event is welcoming and comfortable for everyone.

In case of rain, covered areas will be available so the event can continue comfortably, rain or shine.

We’re continuing to finalize event details, so check back soon for more information as it becomes available!

Route Details

• Route Distances: Check out the maps below to see where we will be walking.

• Rest Stop: Keep an eye out for opportunities to rest and refresh with yummy snacks along the route.

• Signage: Routes will be well-signed with bold branded TGP signs.

• Route Support: Route marshals and rest stop hosts will provide support along the route.

• Walkers 12 and Under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

• No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at The Grand Parade except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >

Check-In

• All walkers participating at the Main Event on Saturday, September 19, 2026 must check-in upon arrival.

• Please Note: There is no registration fee to participate in The Grand Parade but fundraising is encouraged.

• T-shirts! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a TGP shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.

• Offsite fundraising walkers can contact their local event director to arrange shirt pickup the week of the event.

Handling Money

• Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the TGP Head Office.

• Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to The Grand Parade with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to TGP Head Office along with your completed pledge form.

• Cash: You have 2 options:

• 1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...

• 2. Write a cheque (made out to “The Grand Parade”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the TGP Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.

Waivers

• Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.

• Youth/Children under the age of majority need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

• An online waiver form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before TGP Day.

• You may also bring a filled-out printed waiver.

• Waiver forms will be available at check-in on TGP Day.

What to Bring

A few common sense suggestions:

• A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)

• Good shoes for walking

• Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities

• Your own water bottle

• A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for