Ottawa Fall Colours 2025

The Ottawa Fall Colours Run offers a scenic running experience through historic Cumberland Village, showcasing beautiful autumn foliage. The event includes Boston Marathon qualifying races and family-friendly activities like the 1K Turkey Trot and Wedding Dress Dash. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the fun in a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere.

Runners will race on road surfaces starting and finishing at the Cumberland Heritage Museum. Enjoy post-race amenities such as snacks, massages, and non-alcoholic beer while taking in the stunning fall colours of the Ottawa area.

• Road surfaces throughout all race distances
• Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 3K, and fun runs available
• Start and finish at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
• Moderately hilly course featuring scenic views
• Stroller allowed for 1K Turkey Trot
• Age restriction (12 and under) for 1K Turkey Trot
• Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier

• Scenic autumn foliage through historic Cumberland Village
• Boston Marathon qualifying opportunity for the marathon
• Family-friendly events including 1K Turkey Trot and Wedding Dress Dash
• Start and finish at Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
• Post-race amenities: snacks, massages, non-alcoholic beer
• Activities and races for all ages and abilities