The Emerald Mile
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
The Emerald Mile
The Emerald Mile is a Run Ottawa one-mile road race held in March 2027 alongside the city’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Proceeds from the race support the parade.
The event includes a main mile and a kids mile with age categories noted for the youth field.
- Mile
- Kids Mile (ages 5 to 12)
The course follows the parade route through central Ottawa. It starts at the Supreme Court of Canada on Wellington Street, passes Parliament Hill, crosses the Rideau Canal, continues along Sussex Drive, turns onto York Street and finishes in the ByWard Market. The race will take place on a closed course and the published route is subject to change.
Registration benefits include a personalized race bib for registrants who sign up before Friday, February 27, professional race timing with chip times, and post-race snacks and beverages. Race bib pick up is offered on race day at the Supreme Court of Canada.
Organizers note Wellington Street will be closed for the event. Public transit is recommended; the nearest O-Train stations are Lyon, approximately 500 metres away, and Parliament, approximately 650 metres away. Paid parking is available in nearby city or private lots. An accessibility contact is provided by the organizer for questions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
