TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Road

BQ

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Oct 17-18, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday

5k, Half-marathon, Marathon

Race Report

Inside look at what it's like to run the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon.

2024 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Report

Video

Race Information

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is a Toronto staple event, celebrating over 35 years of running! It serves as Canada’s premier running event and the grand finale of the Canada Running Series.

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is a World Athletics Elite Label race, hosts the Canadian Marathon Championships and also the Canadian Masters Championships, and is the only event in Canada to have received the Evergreen Status from the Council for Responsible Sport - given to events for outstanding sustainability efforts and community impact.

Through the TCS Charity Challenge, over $2.9 million was raised for 159 official charity partners in 2023. 

With the best community & crowd support in the country, your TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon will be memorable!

Toronto Run Pick of the Month - Toronto Marathon

Downhill, point to point marathon happening in May, 2026.

If you are looking for a downhill Boston Qualifying course you may want to consider the Toronto Marathon.

This race features a certified course that finishes at Exhibition Place on Toronto's lake shore. 18,000+ runners from 72 countries participated in the 2024 event across the marathon, half, 10k, and 5k distances.

Click the button below to learn more about the event.

Get Event Info

 

Free Plan for Beginner Runners

Receive a FREE training plan for beginner runners from our friends at None to Run

Are you looking to become a runner for the first time? Coming back to running after a hiatus? Our friends at None to Run have created a training plan for beginner runners

The None to Run Beginner Plan is super gradual and achievable, no matter your starting point.

In 12 weeks, you’ll be able to run 25 minutes non-stop...and actually enjoy it!

Click the button below to get your free training plan.

Get Free Training Plan

Race Facts

Race Size: 10,000+

Elevation: Fast and Flat

Course Type: Road

Boston Qualifier: Yes

Kids Run: No

Where to Stay

Use this map to find hotels and airbnb accommodation near this race location.