TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is Canada’s flagship urban marathon and serves as the culmination of the Canada Running Series. It features marathon, half marathon, and 5K distances, all starting in North York and concluding near Toronto’s downtown waterfront for a scenic race experience within Canada.

The course offers wide, flat roads ideal for personal bests and qualifies as an Olympic trial event. Participants run through over a dozen neighbourhoods, including landmarks like Union Station and the Exhibition Place vicinity, while tracing the edge of Lake Ontario and portions of the Trans Canada Trail. The flat profile and enthusiastic crowd zones contribute to its appeal for both serious competitors and charity runners.

Organized by Canada Running Series, the race emphasizes quality logistics—from chip timing and aid stations to the race expo at Enercare Centre—and has raised millions through the annual Charity Challenge.

As a destination race, Toronto offers cultural attractions within easy reach. Finishers and visitors can enjoy Nathan Phillips Square nearby, stroll the city’s revitalized waterfront featuring WaveDecks and Harbourfront Centre, or explore vibrant neighbourhoods like Kensington Market and the Distillery District. Transit access via TTC and UP Express makes race-week navigation straightforward.

Information believed correct at time of publication. Please confirm details on the official website before booking arrangements.