Muskoka Marathon

OCT
3
2026
The Muskoka Marathon offers a weekend of running along the scenic Muskoka River. Featuring flat, certified courses, it caters to families and runners of all abilities. The event supports the charity Campfire Circle.
Sat 3 Oct 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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2026 Muskoka Marathon

The event takes place over two days at Santa's Village in Bracebridge, Ontario. The runs follow the Muskoka River. It is an Athletics Ontario-sanctioned race. The marathon is described as a certified 2028 BQ course.

The offered distances are:

  • 1.5 km (kids' run)
  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • 21.1 km (half marathon)
  • 42.2 km (marathon)

The course is flat and features hydration stations every 2.5 km. For Sunday's marathon participants, a free shuttle bus operates from parking to the start, and the cut-off time is five hours. All participants receive a GPS-enabled race bib, a wooden finisher medallion, emailed results, and a running shoe bag.

Family fun is available at Santa's Village with a live DJ and an MC. Participants receive a 25% discount on admission to the park on October 3 or 4, 2026.

The event supports the charity Campfire Circle, which runs medically supported camp programs for children with cancer or serious illness. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Kids Run