Boxing Day Runs

Join runners and walkers from across Ontario for the 102nd Boxing Day Run, Canada’s oldest road race — happening right here in Hamilton! This scenic winter classic combines festive energy, community spirit, and a truly historic course.

 

Choose your distance:
10-Mile Run
4-Mile Run / Walk
The course runs through downtown streets and along a paved waterfront trail, offering a mix of beauty and challenge for runners of all levels.

• A scenic course which includes 5 miles of waterfront trail. Change rooms with showers for entrants, spectators are welcome in the gym. The inclusion for all entrants are a pair of mitts.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets :

Online Registration closes on December 24th at 11:59pm.

10 Mile Run $74.58

4 Mile Run/Walk $74.58

How to get tickets?

Buy online

Race Day Registration is available starting at 10:00am. $80 cash or cheque.

 

Date: Friday, December 26, 2025 | 12:00 PM

Race Starts at NOON
Course closes at 2:30pm

Venue & Address

The start and finish lines are located together at King William and Hughson Street North, just three short blocks from the downtown YMCA.

YMCA, 79 James Street South, Hamilton

Wheelchair accessible

Free Parking

Street Parking

Free parking at City Hall parking lot on Boxing Day

Accessible by Public Transport

Go Train Station next to YMCA