Run for Ottawa
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
About the race
Run for Ottawa 2026 is a charity run and walk supporting Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation. The event takes place on September 5, 2026 at Andrew Haydon Park in Nepean, Ontario, and is presented by Mercy 4 Mankind.
The event offers multiple distance options, including:
- 1K Family Fun Walk stroller-friendly and open to all ages
- 3K Run suitable for newer runners
- 5K Run a community 5K route
- 10K Run a longer road distance for runners
Participants can expect a community atmosphere with refreshments and prize distribution after the activities. Registration is required and fees vary by distance. Check-in and packet collection occur at the park pavilion located between Corkstown Road and Holly Acres Road.
The run supports fundraising for Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation. The organizer operates fundraising and participant pages, and the event includes elements typical of organized charity runs such as a short opening session, sponsor recognition, and post-event social time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
