Kick-off Oshawa Tourism's Hometown Tourism Challenge with a high-energy, Amazing Race-style event!
The Great City Sprint is a fast-paced, interactive competition in which teams solve clues, complete engaging challenges, and race to different locations across Oshawa—all while earning bonus points for the main challenge.
This special one-day event is a fun and dynamic way to explore Oshawa, test your teamwork, and compete for prizes—all while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Event Highlights:
Live music and entertainment at Market at 70 King
One-day-only bonus challenges to jumpstart your Hometown Tourist Challenge leaderboard ranking
Exciting mini-games and activities
Exclusive prize draws for participants
Pre-registration required (teams of 2-4 people)
Proceeds supporting Their Opportunity
Explore Oshawa's heritage with free access to top heritage sites as part of Doors Open Oshawa. For participating locations, visit the Doors Open Oshawa website.
Why Participate?
Race, Explore, Win! Experience Oshawa like never before—solve clues, complete challenges, and race to the finish line.
Get a Head Start on the Challenge!
The Great City Sprint is the official kickoff for the Hometown Tourism Challenge, offering exclusive one-day-only challenges to boost your leaderboard ranking.
Support Local & Give Back!
Your $10 registration fee helps fund Their Opportunity, a national charity dedicated to giving children the chance to participate in sports and recreational programs.
Test Your Teamwork!
Grab your family, friends, or coworkers and see if your team has what it takes to outsmart, outrun, and outplay the competition!
Explore Oshawa's Heritage!
By participating in the Great City Sprint during Doors Open Oshawa, you'll have the unique opportunity to access many of Oshawa's top heritage sites for free. Discover the rich history and culture of our city as you race through these iconic locations. For a list of participating sites, visit the Doors Open Oshawa website.
Be part of something bigger!
Join us at Market at 70 King for a day of action, adventure, and community spirit as we launch the Hometown Tourism Challenge in the most exciting way possible.
Register now and secure your spot!