Monarch Ultra 10km & Festival
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Sep 19, 2026 - Saturday
1k, 10k
Race Information
The annual Monarch Festival & Race kicks off the fall season in Peterborough and welcomes participants of all ages & abilities. The Monarch Festival & Race combines conservation, education & outdoor activity into one amazing event at the stunning Millennium Park in downtown Peterborough, ON. Enjoy a 10km scenic route along the TransCanada Trail and Rotary Trail in East City Peterborough, finishing with a lively and family-friendly Monarch Festival. Distances offered: 10km & 1km for kids.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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