The Tely 10 Mile Road Race 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Jun 22, 2025 edition in Paradise, Mount Pearl, and St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category. You can also browse the 2025 race calendar.

The Tely 10 Mile Road Race, first held in 1922, is one of Canada's oldest and most popular road races. The 10-mile (16.1 km) point-to-point course starts in Paradise, proceeds east through Mount Pearl, and finishes in Bannerman Park in downtown St. John's. The event attracts over 4,000 participants annually, showcasing the community spirit and history of the region.

Runners experience a scenic net downhill route primarily along Topsail Road, with a welcoming atmosphere and organized support. The race embraces runners of all abilities while enforcing a minimum age restriction of 15 years, ensuring a safe and competitive event.

* 10-mile (16.1 km) point-to-point route * Starts on Topsail Road near Octagon Pond, Paradise * Proceeds east through Mount Pearl * Finishes at Bannerman Park Pool, downtown St. John's * Net downhill course * Primarily follows Topsail Road * Roads reopen to traffic shortly after finish line closes * Baby joggers, strollers, bicycles, and similar devices are prohibited for safety

• Historic 10-mile race established in 1922
• Over 4,000 participants annually
• Point-to-point course from Paradise to St. John's
• Minimum age 15 years
• Wheelchair start at 7:57 AM, main start at 8:00 AM NDT
• Finish line closes at 11:30 AM
• Optional bus pass available for start line transportation
• Race kit pick-up at The Re/Max Centre, St. John's
• Early bird and regular entry fees with defined deadlines