Waterloo 10 KM Classic
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Event overview
The Waterloo 10 KM Classic 2026 is the 49th annual edition, held at University of Waterloo Field 7, Frank Tompa Drive, Waterloo, ON, Canada. The event offers multiple distances:
- 10 km
- 5 km
- 3 km
- 200 m (kids)
- Big Dipper (5 km + 10 km)
- Little Dipper (5 km + 3 km)
The 10 km, 5 km, and 3 km entries include a finisher medal. The Klassic Kids' 200 m is an untimed fun run for children 12 and under and includes a finisher medal and bib. T-shirts are available for purchase while supplies last. Registration fees are listed as inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Race format and rules
The 5 km takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, while the 10 km and 3 km take place on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The Big Dipper covers a total of 15 kilometres and awards an exclusive Dipper medal. The Little Dipper covers a total of 8 kilometres and awards an exclusive Dipper medal. Kids may run the 200 m on either or both days.
Courses are certified by Athletics Canada and the event is sanctioned by Athletics Ontario. Each turn will be marshaled and signed; courses are pending municipal approval and may change. A time limit of 10 minutes per kilometre applies; participants who do not meet the calculated split from the halfway mark of the 10 km may be asked to move to the sidewalk and finish as pedestrians without race support. Participants are responsible for knowing the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.