Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope

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Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Oct 31-Nov 1, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday

5k, 10k, Half-marathon, Marathon

Race Information

An annual marathon, half-marathon, 10k and 5k weekend event held in Hamilton, ON, roughly forty minutes outside of Toronto. Saturday's events include the 5k and 10k while the marathon and half-marathon take place on Sunday.

The race meets at Confederation Park, on the east side of Hamilton. Shuttles will ferry marathon and half-marathon participants to the start line at the ArcelorMittal Dofasco Park. All of the races finish at Confederation Park.

Ranked as the #1 Boston Marathon qualifier race in Canada, the Hamilton Road2Hope attracts runners from the world over to run and is noted for its size and the speed at which it can be completed. Cool temperatures, rural routes, and portions of the run on the waterfront are all highlights of the Hamilton Road2Hope Marathon.

This run frequently appears on top ten lists and best run guides across Canada.

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

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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.

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Race Facts

Race Size: 500 - 1,000

Course Type: Road

Boston Qualifier: Yes

Kids Run: Yes

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