2026 Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope

2026 Hamilton Marathon Road2Hope takes over Hamilton, Ontario on October 31 and November 1, 2026, bringing a full weekend of racing to Confederation Park. Runners can choose from a kids 1K, 5K and 10K walk/run, Half Marathon, Full Marathon, and challenge formats. Expect a waterfront course with flat, fast, certified routes and a strong community focus.

Courses are centered at Confederation Park and follow Hamilton’s waterfront trail. The half marathon is a single loop, while the full marathon is a double loop; both are described as flat, fast, and scenic, with aid stations on the longer race routes.

• Two-day race weekend in Hamilton
• Start and finish at Confederation Park
• Kids 1K plus family-friendly walk/run options
• Half and full marathon distances
• Flat, fast, certified waterfront course
• Challenge options for bigger race weekends
• Charity-driven event with a strong local feel