Around the Bay Road Race
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Event overview
Around the Bay Road Race takes place in Hamilton Harbour, Ontario, Canada. The event is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026. The race was first held in 1894 and is presented as the oldest road race on the continent. The event includes an on-course 30K signature distance that follows a route around Hamilton and Burlington harbour.
Race distances and virtual options
- 30K (signature distance)
- 15K (Kintec 15K)
- 10K
- 5K (LiUNA 5K)
- Virtual categories for 30K, 15K, 10K and 5K
The virtual race period is April 1 - April 30, 2026. Virtual registration includes 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. International participants may incur additional shipping charges.
Registration, fees and age limits
Example listed fees for the Sept 16 - Mar 20 registration period include: 30K : $124.79; 15K : $85.57; 10K : $85.57; 5K : $74.68; virtual races : $68.15. Age minimums shown are 15+ for the 30K and 12+ for the 15K and 10K.
Fundraising and sponsors
The event lists fundraising activity with $30,588.41 raised toward a $450,000 goal and names St. Joseph's Healthcare Foundation as a fundraising organization. Listed sponsors include CN, Kintec, Cogeco, Xact Nutrition, Tourism Hamilton and related partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.