A new relay-style event that combines running and baking while supporting projects in education, agriculture, tourism, health, and sports, will be held in Dominica on August 1, 2026, . The event was officially launched on Sunday, April 12, in Delices.
The relay will begin with the White River Leg in Delices, where teams will follow a structured route anchored along the White River. Culinary experiences will be integrated throughout the course to enhance participation. Individuals and teams from Dominica and across the Caribbean are invited to take part.
“This initiative is intended to generate opportunities, particularly in the South East, by engaging a wide cross-section of business personnel, including shopkeepers, roadside vendors, farmers, fishermen, tour guides and hoteliers, alongside runners on the route. It brings people together through activity and cuisine while supporting youth and community development,” said Founder Shirlyn James Graham.
Teams of nine will compete for EC$6,000 in prizes, with awards for Fastest Runner, Most Creative Team, and Most Disciplined Team. Each registered team will receive breakfast and branded T-shirts. Patrons can purchase a Creole breakfast for EC$30, with other traditional delicacies available for sale. Raffle tickets, priced at EC$10, offer a chance to win EC$1,000 in catering services from Tasty Treasures.
Registration is open at a promotional rate of EC$700 per team until June 15, 2026, after which the fee increases to EC$900. Forms are available at Tan Tofi Store, 10 Marlborough Street in Roseau, opposite the Discover Dominica Authority.
Proceeds from the relay will benefit House of Hope in Delices, Chances in Jimmit, and St. Martin Secondary School. The event follows an essay competition held in March and forms part of a broader effort to engage participants through both creative and physical expression.
Organizers are encouraging early registration as preparations continue for the August 1 event in Delices.
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