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WINDSOR WATERFRONT HALF MARATHON & 5KM

Date:
Sun, Sep 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Location:
Riverside Drive East
Windsor, Ontario
Canada
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Links:
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Tags:
21k 5k Half Marathon Run

Thank you and congratulations to everyone who chose to join us in 2025! We are looking forward to seeing you and your friends on the start line September 13th, 2026!

WWHM 2026 Tee & Medal

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Experience the Flattest, Fastest, and Most Scenic Race Course!

Join us for the Windsor Waterfront Half Marathon & 5K, a premier event designed to showcase Windsor as a top destination for big city races. This out-and-back, timed, and certified course offers an energy-filled, runner’s dream experience.

Race Overview

  • Start Location: In front of Caesars Windsor casino and hotel.

  • Scenic Views: The Detroit skyline will be visible to your left as you begin.

  • Route Highlights:

  • Run along beautiful Riverside Drive, fully closed off for the event.

  • Pass by Windsor's pristine waterfront parks.

  • Enjoy views of the famous Hiram Walker distillery, home to Canadian Club Whisky, JP Wiser’s, and Polar Ice Vodka.

  • Experience high-energy turn-around points filled with spectators, music, and cheer.

Pre-Race

  • Race Packet: Each participant will receive a custom Windsor Waterfront T-shirt in their race packet with other sponsored goodies!

Course Details

  1. Start Line: Runners will start with the Detroit skyline on their left, heading east along Riverside Drive.

  2. First Turn-Around: Pass under the Hiram Walker distillery, reach the first turn-around point filled with spectators and music, then head back west.

  3. Spectator Boost: Pass the start line again, receiving a boost from cheering crowds and lively music.

  4. Westward Route: Continue west with the Windsor waterfront and Detroit skyline as your backdrop.

  5. Ambassador Bridge: Run underneath the Ambassador Bridge into historic Sandwich town.

  6. Second Turn-Around: Make another turn at a music-filled archway with cheering spectators and head back east.

  7. Runner Interaction: See fellow runners on the opposite side of the road, high-fiving and cheering each other on.

  8. Final Stretch: Runners will finish off heading West, veering right towards the waterfront into a nice downhill that leads to the finish line and festival plaza entrance.

Post-Race Celebration

  • Finish Line: Receive a custom 4” medal as you cross the finish line.

  • Refreshments: Enjoy food and refreshments at Festival Plaza while awaiting the awards ceremony. Food trucks will be also be onsite!

We look forward to seeing you out there and sharing this incredible experience with you!

BIB TRANSFERS WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1st AT MIDNIGHT.

**There are no refunds unless the registration insurance provided during the registration process is purchased. Registrants who have purchased the registration insurance will need to provide the information requested by the insurance process for refunds (ex. doctor's notes, etc.).

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