Canada Day Road Races
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Jul, 2027 (TBD)
1km, 5k, 10k
Race Information
The Canada Day Road Races presented by Otto's Ottawa are part of the Run Ottawa race series and one of the more popular Canada Day running events.
Race day features fun, friendly, and competitive 5K and 10K events, a 1K Fun Run for kids between 5 and 11, and a 100 Metre Tot Trot for children 4 and under. Sounds like the perfect way for runners of every age to start Canada’s birthday on the right foot (ohhhh!!! Get it!?!?!)
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Toronto Marathon
📍 Toronto - Sunday May 2, 2027
😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ 50 years of this downhill, scenic, and fast course
✅ Multiple distances for every runner
✅ Boston Marathon qualifier
Get ready to experience Toronto like never before! Celebrate the 50th Anniversary and be part of the historic milestone as the Toronto Marathon marks half a century of running excellence. Whether you’re aiming to crush a personal record, soak in the incredible energy of the city, or cross your very first finish line, this is your ultimate spring running destination.
With multiple race distances - including the full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K - there’s an event for every level of runner. Each registration includes an iTab and a pin-less bib attachment. Lace up, join 25,000 runners from over 70 countries, and celebrate 50 amazing years by making your next race unforgettable!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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