Around the Bay Road Race
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Event overview
Around the Bay Road Race takes place in Hamilton Harbour, Ontario, Canada on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The event was first run in 1894 and is described as the oldest road race on the continent. The event offers an on-course signature distance of 30K plus additional in-person distances and virtual options.
Race distances and entry details
Distances listed for 2026 include:
- 30K (on-course) - entry marked as sold out; minimum age 15 on race day.
- 15K (Kintec 15K) - minimum age 12 on race day.
- 10K - minimum age 12 on race day.
- 5K (LiUNA 5K).
- Virtual categories for 30K, 15K, 10K and 5K with a virtual race period of April 1 - April 30, 2026.
Virtual registrations include a long-sleeved race shirt, finisher's medal, results posting and shipping within Canada. Virtual race packages are sent 4–6 weeks after the virtual race period ends. Shipping charges apply to international participants and registrants are asked to include suite/unit/apartment numbers when applicable.
Location, partners and fundraising
The event location is listed as Hamilton Harbour (postal address 57 Discovery Dr, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4). Sponsors and partners named for 2026 include CN, Kintec Group, Cogeco, Xact Nutrition and Tourism Hamilton. The race lists a fundraising partnership with St. Joseph's Healthcare Foundation; current fundraising totals and a goal are published for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
