On 3 May 2026, the Toronto Marathon & Festival of Running returns with distances for all levels: 42.195 km (marathon), 21.1 km (half marathon), 10 km, and 5 km (run/walk). The courses wind through Toronto’s neighborhoods, along the Lake Ontario waterfront, across varied urban routes, and finish near Exhibition Place, offering both city views and flat segments ideal for strong performances. The marathon in particular is known for its net downhill / fast profile, which attracts runners pursuing personal records or Boston qualifying times. Event services include chip timing, bib/shirt pickup, aid stations, medical support, and post-race amenities. The event is also charity-oriented, historically supporting causes like the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
The 2026 Toronto Marathon, organized by Running First Ltd., is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, offering a fast, scenic, mostly downhill route from Yonge & Sheppard to Exhibition Place.
The 2026 Toronto Half Marathon, under Running First Ltd., also takes place on May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, with a course that begins in North York (Yonge & Sheppard) and finishes at Exhibition Place.
The 2026 Toronto 10K, organized by Running First Ltd., is set for Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, featuring a fast and scenic course starting near Rosedale and ending at Exhibition Place.
The 2026 Toronto 5K, hosted by Running First Ltd., will be held on May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, featuring a flat, waterfront route beginning and finishing at Exhibition Place.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Toronto Marathon?
How long is the Toronto Marathon?
Where does the Toronto Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Toronto Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto Marathon?
The 2026 Toronto Marathon, organized by Running First Ltd., is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, offering a fast, scenic, mostly downhill route from Yonge & Sheppard to Exhibition Place.
The Toronto Marathon is 42km long.
The Toronto Marathon takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
The Toronto Marathon elevation gain is 148 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto Marathon?
The 2026 Toronto Marathon, organized by Running First Ltd., is scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, offering a fast, scenic, mostly downhill route from Yonge & Sheppard to Exhibition Place.
How long is the Toronto Marathon?
The Toronto Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Toronto Marathon take place?
The Toronto Marathon takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto Marathon?
The Toronto Marathon elevation gain is 148 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Toronto Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto Half Marathon?
How long is the Toronto Half Marathon?
Where does the Toronto Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Toronto Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto Half Marathon?
The 2026 Toronto Half Marathon, under Running First Ltd., also takes place on May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, with a course that begins in North York (Yonge & Sheppard) and finishes at Exhibition Place.
The Toronto Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Toronto Half Marathon takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
The Toronto Half Marathon elevation gain is 96 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto Half Marathon?
The 2026 Toronto Half Marathon, under Running First Ltd., also takes place on May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, with a course that begins in North York (Yonge & Sheppard) and finishes at Exhibition Place.
How long is the Toronto Half Marathon?
The Toronto Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Toronto Half Marathon take place?
The Toronto Half Marathon takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto Half Marathon?
The Toronto Half Marathon elevation gain is 96 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Toronto Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto 10km?
How long is the Toronto 10km?
Where does the Toronto 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto 10km?
How can I prepare for the Toronto 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto 10km?
The 2026 Toronto 10K, organized by Running First Ltd., is set for Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, featuring a fast and scenic course starting near Rosedale and ending at Exhibition Place.
The Toronto 10km is 10km long.
The Toronto 10km takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
The Toronto 10km elevation gain is 40 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto 10km?
The 2026 Toronto 10K, organized by Running First Ltd., is set for Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, featuring a fast and scenic course starting near Rosedale and ending at Exhibition Place.
How long is the Toronto 10km?
The Toronto 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Toronto 10km take place?
The Toronto 10km takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto 10km?
The Toronto 10km elevation gain is 40 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Toronto 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto 5km?
How long is the Toronto 5km?
Where does the Toronto 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto 5km?
How can I prepare for the Toronto 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto 5km?
The 2026 Toronto 5K, hosted by Running First Ltd., will be held on May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, featuring a flat, waterfront route beginning and finishing at Exhibition Place.
The Toronto 5km is 5km long.
The Toronto 5km takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
Runna classifies the Toronto 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Toronto 5km?
The 2026 Toronto 5K, hosted by Running First Ltd., will be held on May 3, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, featuring a flat, waterfront route beginning and finishing at Exhibition Place.
How long is the Toronto 5km?
The Toronto 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Toronto 5km take place?
The Toronto 5km takes place in Toronto, ON, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Toronto 5km?
Runna classifies the Toronto 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Toronto 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Toronto 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
More
Sport:
Running
Tags:
Major City
This event listing is for informational purposes only. Runna is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Toronto Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K or Running First LTD. All event details are based on publicly available information and are provided solely to help users discover running events. Runna does not use any official logos, images, or proprietary content from this event or its organiser. Any trademarks or names mentioned are used descriptively to identify the event in a factual manner. For the most accurate and up to date information (including to register or purchase an entry to the event), please visit the Toronto Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K website.
