Ottawa Frontrunners

Ottawa Frontrunners is a social running group that meets in Ottawa, welcoming everyone in the 2SLGBTQ+ community and their allies. This inclusive club started in 2003, inspired by the Gay Games, and now connects over 50 diverse running and walking enthusiasts annually. Members enjoy organized meetups, including:

  • Tuesday Group Run: Every Tuesday at 6:30 PM, offering routes of 5, 7, and 9 km at Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall.
  • Saturday Group Run: Enjoy Saturday mornings starting at 9:00 AM, with diverse pacing routes, from the same central location.
  • Friday Women's Run: A dedicated session each Friday at 5:15 PM for women runners.

Ottawa Frontrunners stands out for its community spirit, participating in events like the National Capital Pride Run and offering social activities to build friendships. It's a welcoming space for exercise and camaraderie, and provides a fantastic way to get active while feeling part of a supportive network. Discover more and join the fun!

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Ottawa Frontrunners Tuesday Run

Join the Ottawa Frontrunners every Tuesday evening for a welcoming run for the 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends. Offering mid-distance runs, the club accommodates various paces and includes both runners and walkers. Post-run coffee sessions are a club tradition!

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Tuesday 6:30 PM
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Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall, 111 Lisgar
πŸ«‚ Social Running, 🚢 Walkers Welcome, πŸ” Mid-Distance (5–10km), πŸŒ‡ Evening Runs
Casual Run

Ottawa Frontrunners Women-Only Friday Run

This women-only session is part of the Ottawa Frontrunners' weekly schedule, providing a friendly evening environment for women in the running community.

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Friday 5:15 PM
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Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall, 111 Lisgar
πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ€ Women-Only, πŸŒ‡ Evening Runs
Casual Run

Ottawa Frontrunners Saturday Run

Start your weekend with Ottawa Frontrunners, offering a variety of paces and distances on Saturday mornings, followed by a sociable breakfast gathering.

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Saturday 9:00 AM
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Lisgar Street entrance of City Hall, 111 Lisgar
πŸ” Mid-Distance (5–10km), πŸ₯ž Breakfast After, πŸŒ… Morning Runs

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All runs listed are curated by us from Instagram, Meetup.com, and other sources. Details may change, especially in winter, so check the run club’s Instagram or Facebook before attending.

Club Details
Location
Ottawa
Weekly Runs
3
Added
January 24, 2025