The annual CHEO BBQ Volleyball Tournament and 5k Run/Walk are back in person for 2025!

Volleyball Tournaments

6 on 6 Volleyball

The 6 on 6 Volleyball tournament consists of three (3) divisions; Fun, Recreational and Competitive. Corporate and non-corporate teams are matched based on division. All teams are co-ed, and may be played with a minimum of 5 players provided gender minimums are met (min 2 females/2 males on court at all times).

  • Fun – no experience, just out for a good time!
  • Recreational – for those who play at a recreational level (non-competitive)
  • Competitive for more serious players (as a rough guide, this is about Tier “A” calibre)

Tournament entry fee include: 3 game-guarantee, BBQ lunch and fun in the sun while raising money for CHEO!

Sign in: 8:00am- 8:45am
Tournament Starts: 9:00am

Grab your friends, family and coworkers to register a team today! Registration closes Thursday June 6th, 11:59pm.

4 on 4 Volleyball

The 4 on 4 Volleyball tournament consists of two (2) divisions; Intermediate and Competitive. All teams are co-ed, with minimum 1 player of each gender, and may be played with 3 players if no substitute is available; males hit behind the 3m line.

  • Intermediate
  • Competitive

Tournament entry fee includes: 3 game-guarantee, BBQ lunch and fun in the sun while raising money for CHEO!

Sign in: 8:00am- 8:45am
Tournament Starts: 9:00am

Grab your friends, family and coworkers to register a team today! Registration closes Thursday June 8th, 11:59pm.

5k Walk/Run

The 5k Walk/Run returns to an in-person event, however we are thrilled to offer a virtual option as well! The in-person 5k takes place across asphalt, field and trail. The in-person event includes a bib upon sign in and a medal, refreshment and snack upon completion. 

In-person LIVE event (June 8th, 8:30am EST):
Sign in: 8:00-8:20am
Start time: 8:30am

Virtual 5k:
The virtual event is a 5k, your way! Register to receive a bib and medal in the mail. Register anytime between March 10th – June 30th: Mail outs are each Monday from March 31st-May 31st; all June registrations will be sent June 30th. 

Challenge friends, family or yourself to complete a 5k! Ensure to select IN PERSON (live event) or VIRTUAL (mail-out only) during registration. 
Early Bird pricing is in effect until 11:59pm EST May 20th 2024.

Image from the 2019 CHEO BBQ 5k

As a part of the CHEO BBQ the Volleyball Tournaments, Virtual and Live 5k Run/Walk events promote health and wellness while raising funds for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Funds raised will contribute to the advancement of health and research facilities for our community’s children, with the added bonus of having fun outdoors!  

Note:

  • Age minimum for Volleyball is 18 years of age on event day.
  • Age minimum for 5k Fun Run is 16 years of age on event day, or accompanied by a guardian over 18 years of age on event day.
  • Age minimum for Volunteers is 14 years of age on event day, or accompanied by a guardian over 18 years of age on event day.