OG Santa Run

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Hamilton’s Around the Bay Road Race is the oldest on the continent, first run in 1894, three years before the Boston Marathon. Rich in history and tradition, the race has grown to include a 5K, 10K, 15K and virtual categories to complement its signature 30K distance. Each participant adds to the history of this beloved race around Hamilton and Burlington's harbour!

Please read race and registration policies before registering.

2026 Her Majesty's Royal Races

1K, 5K & 10K

In Person and Virtual Races

Sunday, April 19th, 2026

At the HMCS Haida National Historic Site

Join us for the Fourth Annual Her Majesty's Royal Races in celebration of the Late Queen Elizabeth II's Birthday! This is sure to be a royally unique event.

For 5K & 10K: Fascinators, the handbag the Queen always carried- with a marmalade sandwich inside/ top hats for men.

For 1K, 5K & 10K: The medal comes in multiple colour options- Navy Blue, Rich maroon and classic black!

Trophies will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in 5K & 10K.

This event will be raising funds for the Army Cadet League in support of the RHLI Cadets - 62 RHLI RCACC.

Participate in this run/walk and help us raise funds for youth in Hamilton.

Sunday May 3, 2026

Celebrate Spring in beautiful Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Runners and walkers can challenge the flat and fast trail in the morning and then stay for a invigorating day in the park. The event features custom medals for all Runners, fresh pancakes and a "Kids Zone" to keep the young family busy.

This year’s run will support Capillary Wave Community! Capillary Wave Community is a grassroots movement creating powerful ripples in the world of mental health. Born from the belief that healing happens through connection, they are a growing community where people come as they are and leave a little lighter, stronger, and more seen.

Our goal is to raise funds to ensure that everyone in community has access to the support, resources and services they need to become healthier in mind, body and spirit. Donations in support of Capillary Wave Community will be collected by The Rotary Burlington North Foundation, with 50% of net donations provided to Capillary Wave Community following the event.

Rotary Burlington North is a passionate group of people with a strong sense of fun and community service. We undertake hands-on projects locally and around the world to improve people’s lives. We raise funds through events like the Spring into Action Run, with donations going directly to the Rotary Burlington North Foundation, a registered Canadian charity. Over the past 25 years we have raised over 1.8 million dollars to help those in need and strengthen our community.

Your personal online fundraising drive can be set up through the Race Roster Portal. We ask that you make a voluntary donation when you sign-up for the run, or better yet, create a fundraising team and collect donations from friends and family members that support your desire to help Capillary Wave Community and other organizations that do good in our community. Thank YOU for your support!

Race Information

Running & Walking Events:

• 5K & 10K - Chip-timed runs

• 5K Walk - Dogs & Strollers welcomed!

• 1K Fun Run - Families and children

Start Times:

• 9:30 Registration Opens

• 11:00 Start of 10K and 5K Timed Runs

• 11:05 Start of 5K Walk

• 12:30 Start of 1K Fun Run

Save 20% when you enter as a team of 5 or more runners or walkers!

Runners and walkers can register online at any time. Please be sure to arrive at least 1 hour before your event if you plan to register on Race Day.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park no longer provides free entry for running events. Admittance to the park is charged on a per vehicle basis. There is no per person charge and no charge for walking or cycling in.

• Seasonal Pass Holders: Free

• Daily Vehicle Permit: $18.00

• Senior Permit (65+): $14.50

• Ontario Accessible Parking Permits ( APPs ): $9.00

• Bus Permit: $62.50

Park Entry Passes Can be bought online 7 days prior to May 3rd. Click here to purchase your pass.

Park Passes can also be purchased at the gate on Race Day. We encourage you to buy online so that you do not need to wait in line at the Park Gate.

Join us on

MOTHERS DAY

, for a low key,or serious effort, to celebrate all Mothers around the world!

Discounts for mothers and daughters/sons/ husbands, registering at the same time

A flat course looping Hamilton's beautiful Bayfront Park

chip timing

low cost entry fee

great looking finishers medals to all

awards to top 3 over-all male and female

and

in 5 year age groups from 14+under to 70+ over

hot food after with LOADS of draw prizes

CONFEDERATION PARK 5K & 1K

The Confederation Park 5K is a great race course that takes you through the beautiful trails along the Confederation Park lakeside. This course is fast and flat, perfect for breaking your PB or just taking in the views!

Register by midnight on April 30th to claim your free race shirt with your registration.

To register for four (4) series races and receive a discount, visit the following page: Click Here