Around the Bay Road Race
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Around the Bay Road Race - Hamilton Harbour
Around the Bay Road Race takes place around Hamilton and Burlington harbour. The 2026 edition is scheduled for April 12, 2026. The event was first run in 1894 and is described as the oldest road race on the continent.
The programme features the signature 30K distance plus additional in-person and virtual categories. Published information showed some in-person and virtual categories as sold out. Virtual races have a participation window from April 1 to April 30, 2026; virtual registration includes a long-sleeved race shirt, finisher medal, results posting, and shipping within Canada, with additional shipping charges for international participants.
Distances offered
- 30K (signature distance; age 15+)
- 15K (age 12+)
- 10K (age 12+)
- 5K
- Virtual categories for 30K, 15K, 10K and 5K
Event services and information include race packet pick up, an expo for race weekend, a pasta dinner, hotels and travel guidance, and road closure notices. Results and photos are published after the event. Fundraising figures listed $46,098.78 raised toward a $450,000.00 goal, with St. Joseph's Healthcare Foundation identified as the charity partner. Sponsors named include CN and Kintec Group. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
