Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope

OCT

31

2026

Multi distance waterfront event in Hamilton with family races, a Boston qualifier and a weekend Hammer Challenge supporting charitable giving.

Sat 31 Oct 2026

Hamilton, Ontario

Website

57 kilometers Marathon 36 kilometers Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope

Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope takes place on a waterfront course at Confederation Park in Hamilton on October 31 and November 1, 2026. The event offers multiple race formats across the weekend, including a combined Hammer Challenge that comprises three races in one weekend.

Race options include a 1 km kids run, family 5 km and 10 km walk/run events, a half marathon and a full marathon. The event is a Boston qualifier and was ranked the top Canadian Boston qualifier in 2023. Organizers provide an expo and kit pick up before race day, a tracking app for participants, and a stated refund and deferral policy.

The event is organized by Runners Den and features multiple sponsors and charity partners. Organizers report that the event has contributed millions of dollars in donations to organizations and charities beyond the city. The weekend format supports family participation as well as multi-race challenges for participants who choose the Hammer Challenge.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.