Défi des bois 2026

The Défi des bois is a fall cross-country and obstacle race held at Parc Terre-des-Jeunes in Victoriaville, Quebec. It is part of the Grand Défi de Victoriaville, presented by Fruit d’Or, and this year's event is the sixth edition. The format centers on a short 2 km loop, allowing the race to accommodate runners seeking a fast pace and groups preferring a less formal option than a typical road race. The loop incorporates grass, gravel, and trail sections, with obstacle challenges integrated into the cross-country running. The schedule features team relays, a parent-child obstacle course, and the Défi Entreprise. In the latter, five-person teams each complete a 2 km leg, with the option to walk or run. Prior to the races, Julie Bellavance from Cardio Plein air guides a dynamic warm-up. The Défi Entreprise concludes with tailgate-style food and beer, adding a social element for company relay participants after their laps.