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Walking Events Calendar Ontario 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Ontario for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 163 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Ontario below and join the walking community at these great events!
December 2026
The event offers a 1 km Elf Walk and a 5 km course that can be walked alongside the fun run, starting at 275 Leeds and Grenville 44 in Kemptville ON. Walkers receive a race bib, a finisher's medal and a Christmas tree ornament.
The event offers a 1K Elf Walk in Hamilton on Main Street West, starting near Fortinos and Boston Pizza (1563 to 1579 Main St W). Registration is combined for the 5K Fun Run and the 1K Elf Walk and includes a personalized bib and a finish..
The 1K Elf Walk at Lansdowne Park near the Aberdeen Pavilion in Ottawa gives walkers a race bib, finisher medal and Christmas ornament, held alongside the 5K fun run.
The Elf Walk offers 1K of walking in Wilket Creek Park via the entrance at 1132 Leslie Street on park paths alongside the 5K fun run and athletes village.
Walkers follow a festive course at Simcoe Park in Niagara on the Lake on 1K and 5K, with all participants required to wear a Santa suit and suit options offered.
Walkers can choose the 4-Mile Run / Walk starting and finishing at King William and Hughson Street North, on downtown streets and a paved waterfront trail. A fully indoor race hub at the YMCA provides bib pickup, post-race refreshments and change..
May 2027
Walkers can choose 10 km or 5 km, starting at 1924 Metro Road North, Jacksons Point, on fast flat lakeside roads along Lake Simcoe with aid stations about every 2.5 km offering water and electrolyte drink.
Walkers can choose the 5K walk alongside the running races on a scenic downhill course, with race maps and bus shuttle information available.
Walkers can choose 1K, 5K or 10K routes starting from Conestoga College Doon Campus in Waterloo, following courses on and around the college grounds. Walks take place alongside the running races and support the Canadian Mental Health Asso..
Walkers can choose the 2K or multi terrain 5K, both departing from Stuart Holmes Arena and looping through Osgoode Village; strollers and leashed dogs welcome on the 2K.
The 5 KM walk in Amherstburg winds through Holiday Beach park trails, is open to all ages and fitness levels, is timed for reference and includes free entry to the outdoor group fitness class.
Walkers can join from the East Lambton Community Complex (Watford Arena) with a dedicated 8K walk as part of the Watford Alvinston Road Race, held on road courses alongside the running events. Race kit pick-up is at the complex on race morning.
A 2K walk from Ottawa City Hall down Elgin Street along the Rideau Canal, strollers allowed; kilometre markers, cheering stations and full medical services on course.
A 5K walk at Hog's Back Park in Ottawa, held alongside the running races on a park course.
June 2027
Walkers can use the certified flat 5 km downtown course along the Burlington waterfront, with a Gordon's Great Grand K walk for seniors, plus complimentary bag check and postrace food.
Walkers can choose 1 km, 5 km or 10 km routes starting at Confederation Park Willow Cove Pavilion in Hamilton, ON, alongside the running races. The routes stay within the park area and are suitable for recreational walkers.
Walkers can choose a 5K or a Kids 1 Miler, both at the Lennox and Addington County Museum and Archives in downtown Napanee. Routes run on town streets around the museum, include a walkers start for the 5K, and on-site kit pick-up is avail..
Hike Enchilada is a 4 km loop from Trail Hub in Uxbridge on mixed Durham Forest trails, with on site parking, washrooms and 50% of fees donated to local conservation.
A 5K walk along Stouffville Main Street starting at Stouffville Memorial Park; walkers should be in the Purple wave and pets are not allowed on the course.