Merrickville Heritage Classic
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Event overview
The Merrickville Heritage Classic 2026 is the 11th annual running event in Merrickville, ON, Canada. It takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the village on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal. The event offers both in-person and virtual participation options and provides route maps for each in-person distance.
Distances
- 2K Blockhouse Run
- 5K Canal Run
- 10K Jewel of the Rideau Run
- Virtual 2K, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Registration, fees and extras
Early Bird registration is open until February 28, 2026. Prices are listed with early and regular periods and are inclusive of mandatory charges and fees. The event shows an overall count of spots remaining and per-distance availability. T-shirts are included in the registration fee for 5K and 10K registrants only; T-shirts are available for purchase for 2K runners and are not available for virtual runners. Virtual runners receive a medal by mail. Medals for in-person participants are produced by a local foundry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.