Spring Fling Marathon
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About the race
Georgina Spring Fling 2027 takes place in Jacksons Point, Georgina, Ontario on May 2, 2027. The event offers multiple race distances starting and finishing near De La Salle Park on Lake Drive beside Lake Simcoe.
Distances:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10 km run/walk
- 5 km run/walk
The course runs along Lake Drive on the shores of Lake Simcoe and is described as fast and flat. The community provides spectator support at multiple points, including dedicated cheering stations and music from HITS 105.5 FM and K-Country 93.7.
The marathon is listed as a Boston qualifying course. Courses are certified by Athletics Canada with Marathon and Half Marathon Certification # ON-2021-019a-BDC and 10 km Certification # ON-2023-001a-BDC. All finishers receive a finisher's medal and a custom event shirt. Strollers and dogs are not allowed.
Aid stations appear approximately every 2.5 km and will offer water and XACT electrolyte drink; no gels or other nutrition are provided. Portable toilets are available at each aid station and at the half marathon turnaround. Marathon participants may use a self-serve special needs table; bags must be clearly marked with bib numbers. Pace groups are provided for a range of target finish times for both the half marathon and the marathon.
Race kit pick up for 2027 is Georgina only on April 30 and May 1. Parking at De La Salle Park and the Red Barn Theatre lot requires a pre-purchased parking pass; free overflow lots with shuttle service are available. The Briars Resort and Spa is the official host hotel and is listed as approximately 2 km from the start/finish. Cancellation policy states no refunds; a virtual option may be offered if a government or public health order forces cancellation. Transfers between distances are allowed until April 28, 2027 with a $5 administration fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
