The top 10 running events in Toronto this summer
Running events in Toronto this summer weave their way through the city and include charity dashes and fun runs. Thereâs truly a little something for everyone, from full on marathons to 5K sprints.
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Running events you don't want to miss
DateAbout the EventLocation-
June 24An easy 3K or 5K sashay around Queen's Park in support of LGBTQ+ causes that's part run, part party, so come out and celebrate.Church and Wellesley, Toronto
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June 25Forget the movie ticket or burger, for about the same price you get chip-timed results, coffee and bananas, plus unlimited high-fives.Tommy Thompson Park
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July 22Now in its second year, this 5 or 10K race along the waterfront promises to pack the runners in with the island theme, kicking off Caribana festivities in the city.Toronto Inukshuk Park
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August 26The 10K routes are limited to only 1,500 runners total, making this race a walk in the park.Sunnybrook Park
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September 9-10Former ravers rejoice at the neon spectacle that is the Night Race. Sunnybrook Park sets the scene for the dizzying slew of runners all sporting headlights on the 5K or 10K route.Midtown Toronto, Toronto
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September 10White gloved servers greet you at the flashy finish line, but the real draw is watching the Canadian 5K road race champs zoom by you kicking off the race in super flat and fancy Yorkville.Yorkville Village Park
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September 17Now in its fifth year, RBC’s race kicks off at Mel Lastman Square with 5K, 7K or 15K distances whipping around the former mayor’s cinder block of a civic hall.Mel Lastman Square
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September 17Consider it your civic duty to support this run dedicated to Terry’s goal of ending cancer. Run, walk, bike or blade, or just show up and open your wallet.Canoe Landing Park
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September 17This heady event takes you to six of Toronto’s top breweries, so pack your Depends if you’re Port-o-Potty phobic.Ontario Place
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