Merrickville Heritage Classic

APR
25
2026
Run the 11th Merrickville Heritage Classic on April 25, 2026, with 2K, 5K, 10K and virtual options along the Rideau Canal UNESCO village. Local foundry medals and village charm promise a memorable spring run.
Sat 25 Apr 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event details

The Merrickville Heritage Classic is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Merrickville, ON, Canada (106 Read Street, K0G 1N0). This is the 11th annual edition of the event. Distances offered on race day include:

  • 2K
  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Virtual options (2K, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon)

Medals for in-person and virtual participants are produced by a local foundry. Route maps are provided for the 2K, 5K and 10K courses. The village setting is on the Rideau Canal, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

T-shirt availability and distribution are listed by distance: t-shirts are included in the registration fee for 5K and 10K registrants only, t-shirts are available for purchase for 2K runners, and t-shirts are not available for virtual runners. Virtual registrations receive a mailed medal.

Registration and capacity

Early bird registration is open until February 28, 2026. Pricing periods shown run from Oct 1 to Feb 28 (early bird) and Mar 1 to Apr 20 (regular). The listing shows 407 total spots remaining and individual remaining spots of 93 for the 2K, 185 for the 5K, and 129 for the 10K. Prices are stated as inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Virtual Run Half Marathon
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