Chilly Half Marathon
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Event Information
The Chilly Half Marathon is a half marathon held on the first Sunday in March in Burlington, Ontario. The start and finish are near the Burlington City Hall on Brant Street.
The race takes place on a flat, certified course (Athletics Canada certificate ON-2013-092-BDC). The route runs through Burlington's downtown and waterfront areas.
Practical Details
Two participation formats are offered:
- An in-person event, which includes a timing bib and a technical running shirt.
- A virtual event, which can be completed remotely between February 26th and March 17th, 2027.
A baggage check service is available at the Burlington Arts Performing Centre, with a suggested donation. Free shuttle buses are provided from several partner hotels, Nickel Brook Brewing Co., and the Burlington GO Station.
Pace groups (pace bunnies) are scheduled for many finish times, from 1 hour 25 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. The course time limit is 3 hours and 30 minutes. Water stations are located along the route.
The event is linked to two charitable organizations: the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation (mental health and addictions) and Hamilton Food Share (food security). Donations and non-perishable food item collections are part of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
