Mercedes-Benz Oakville Bronte Harbour Classic 5K, 10K & Kids 1K

Oakville 21.1 Half Marathon, 10km and 5km

Sunday, October 4, 2026

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Run a beautiful fast, flat and scenic course along the lakeshore in Oakville, exploring some of the picturesque neighbourhoods along the way. This is the perfect course and time of year to plan to run a personal best and/or bring the whole family for a day of active fun!

The race route starts at Shell Park, turns left onto Lakeshore and explores some of the neighbourhoods to the south of Lakeshore. It does a loop through beautiful Tannery Park before heading back to Shell Park.

Half Marathon 21.1km start: 7:30 AM

10km start: 7:50 AM

5km start: 8:00 AM

Aid Stations will be serving water and electrolyte hydration approximately every 3km on the course. Portable toilets will be available at each aid station as well as at the start/finish line.

The cut-off times will be 3.5 hours after the start of the 21.1k half marathon distance race.

For safety reasons, no dogs or strollers are allowed to take part in the races.

Every finisher gets an event T-shirt and a Finishers Medal!

Pace Bunnies: Pace bunnies will be available for the half marathon distance event. Specific pace times will be updated as race day approaches.

Parking & Transportation Information:

Oakville is in the GTA and is easy to get to by vehicle or transit. There will be NO RACE DAY PARKING in Shell Park. Runners should park in the Bronte Go Station Lot and free shuttle service will be provided between Bronte Go Station and the race venue at Shell Park starting at 5:30am from the Go Station and last bus leaving Shell Park at 11:50am. Spectators are welcome to use the shuttle as well.

Bag Check:

Bag check will be available at the race venue at Shell Park. Please do not leave valuables in your bag as although we have volunteers at bag check, we cannot be responsible for their safety.

SAVE when you register 5 or more people on the same transaction!

Save 10% with 5-10 people

Save 15% with 10+ people

Bring the whole family, your running group or your sports team for a great race day together!

Race Course

The race routes are posted on our website here.

The race starts and finishes at Shell Park, 3307 Lakeshore Road W, Oakville, ON.

Race Kit Pick-Up

There is NO RACE DAY KIT PICK UP

If you are unable to attend the kit pick up options noted below, or have someone pick up for you, you have the option of pre-purchasing VIP PICK UP. Go to the Store tab on this page to complete your purchase.

You MUST pick up your race kit, which includes your bib number and chip, in order to take part in the race.

There will be an advance race kit pick up in TORONTO on race week Thursday October 1st 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm at (location TBA)

Everyone else should plan to pick up at the RACE EXPO in Oakville the day before race day which will be Saturday October 3th 2026 10:00 am-4:00 pm at a location TBA.

If you are picking up for other people, you must bring email confirmation that you are allowed to pick up for them and they must have done their race roster waiver.

If you are picking up for a large group of 10 or more, please email us ahead of time so we can set aside those bibs and kits for you. [email protected]

Weather Policy:

Safety always comes first and Athletics Ontario sets rules and policies that outline when an event must be delayed or cancelled due to inclement weather. In the case of inclement weather that forces our race directors to cancel an event, there will be no refunds. In the case of a weather cancellation, by that time a large portion of the race fee’s have already been allocated. Registered participants will still receive your swag bag and race shirt. Thank you for understanding these policies.

Cancellation Policy:

No cancellations or refunds. If for any reason the event is cancelled, you may do the race as a virtual event. There will be no deferrals or refunds. Transfers between distances or to other runners are allowed until race week and can be done through the "transfer" link on our race roster page. There will be a $5.00 administration fee for transfer.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Sunday Oct 25, 2026

Join us on Sunday October 25th for a Spooktackular run at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Soak up the spirit of Halloween as we raise funds for a great cause.

Run your best 5K or 10K as you enjoy the Fall colours of Bronte Creek Park. Non-runners can walk the 5K loop or take-on the 1K Fun Run with their children. There's also face painting, a Bounce Castle, pumpkin decorating, hot dogs and a spooky Haunted Hut for kids. Plus Bronte Creek offers a host of other activities for young families. Dogs are welcomed too!

Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Wear orange, purple or black if you have it. There will be prizes awarded for fastest 5K and 10K time in a full costume (Adult Male, Adult Female, Boy and Girl under 18 years old).

Medals will be awarded to all 5K, 10K and 1K runners and walkers. Prizes for top finishers by age bracket and gender for 5K and 10K runs.

To ensure a top-notch event, 2026 registration will be capped at 1000 runners and walkers (across all events). Don't delay, last year's event sold out prior to Race Day!

The Haunted Hustle 5K / 10K / 1K Run is a fundraising event, with 100% of net proceeds and donations provided to a worthy cause. This year our goal is to raise $40,000 for the Gore Park Community Outreach program, including $15,000 in direct donations.

Gore Park Community Outreach is a registered charity that provides food to over 4000 people each week. Volunteers meet each Saturday at Hamilton City Hall parking lot to distribute hot meals and basic food supplies to people in need. Their programs also support students at McMaster University, as well as people living in Burlington and surrounding communities.

Voluntary donations can be made as your register to run or walk. CRA receipts issued for all donations over $20. You can also create a fundraising team and set a fundraising goal. Race Roster has all the tools you need to make it easy!

Learn more About The Cause or choose to Donate Now!

All runners or walkers that raise over $300 by October 10th will earn a Technical Running Shirt. Plus the first 100 registered runners/walkers that make a donation to Gore Park Community Outreach will receive a Halloween Beanie in appreciation of their support. Beanies will be distributed on Race Day. Colours and designs available on 'first-come' basis.

Please visit HauntedHustle.ca for more details and Race FAQs.

Oakville, ON

In support of women and girls' mental health programming at Halton Healthcare.

Access Your 2026 Fundraising Here

Access Your 2026 Race Results Here

Race Date: May 22, 2027

Race Location: Bronte Creek Provincial Park, Breckon Shelter (1219 Burloak Drive, Oakville, ON L6M 4J7)

Start Times:

9:45 a.m. – 1K Little Steps

10:10 a.m. – Welcome and Warm-up

10:30 a.m. – 10K Start

10:45 a.m. – 5K Start

Suggested Arrival Time: 9:00 a.m.

Included in your entry to the Run for Women Oakville event is a day pass for Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Take time after the event to explore! Find out more about the park HERE.

Note: Absolutely NO balloons are allowed in Bronte Creek Provincial Park

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