Great Rift Community Half Marathon
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Great Rift Community Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk : Hamilton
Great Rift Athletics Foundation will hold the inaugural Great Rift Community Half Marathon with a 21.1 km half marathon and a 5 km Run/Walk in Hamilton on September 27, 2026, at Edgewater Pavilion, Confederation Park B, Ontario.
Distances offered:
- 5 km Run/Walk along the waterfront trail and service road
- Half marathon 21.1 km course along the waterfront, certified by Athletics Canada
The event is organized by a nonprofit foundation that links athletic talent with educational pathways, mentorship, and community engagement. Registration includes an official event T‑shirt, a finisher’s medal for all participants, lunch and refreshments at the finish, and entry to a postrace BBQ. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers for men and women.
The 5 km route is a flat single loop. The half marathon follows a flat scenic waterfront course. Timing uses a disposable chip embedded in the race bib and the course is marked every kilometer. The half marathon has aid stations approximately every 3 km and at least one feed station on course. Bibs are nontransferable and registration fees are non refundable. Participants who finish after the event cut off may complete the course but will not receive an official finish time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
