Around the Bay Road Race 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Mar 30, 2025 edition in Hamilton, Ontario. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category.

The Around the Bay Road Race, first held in 1894, is North America's oldest long-distance road race, predating the Boston Marathon by three years. This iconic event boasts a rich history and attracts elite athletes, including Boston Marathon winners and Olympic gold medalists.

The 2025 edition marks the 131st running of the race, featuring challenging courses through Hamilton's scenic streets, including rolling hills and the famous Valley Inn Hill. It's a celebration of endurance, community, and Canadian running tradition.

* 30K course starts at Simcoe St E, just east of John St N * Mix of flat sections and rolling hills, including the challenging Valley Inn Hill around 26K * Finish line near LiUNA Station * Road surface throughout * Aid stations equipped with water and portable toilets roughly every 5K * 30K runners must finish within 4.5 hours with cutoffs at 15K and 20K

• Celebrating the 131st edition of North America's oldest long-distance road race
• Challenging 30K course with a mix of flat sections and iconic hills
• Aid stations approximately every 5 kilometers with water and portable toilets
• Green bib available for 30K-corral C runners
• Over 8,500 participants across all race categories