Boxing Day Runs

• Indoor bib and race wear pickup, refreshments and awards in the YMCA main gymnasium. Everything happens on Race Day.

• Scenic and challenging course includes downtown streets and a paved waterfront trail.

• A custom snowman medal and a fleece blanket are waiting for you at the finish.

• Change rooms with showers for entrants, spectators are welcome in the gym. Leashed and identified service dogs welcome - no pets.

• We support Canadian Athletes. Athletes that receive support from Athletics Canada can apply for a complimentary entry.

• Report on the 2018 run by Stephen Andersen. Canadian Running Magazine article Hamilton Spectator 2011 article Canadian Running 2017 article CBC article 2019

• $5,000 is donated annually from the Run to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. This helps local children participate in YMCA programs such as fitness, day care and camping.

• Looking for well organized running races across Canada. Check out the Canada Running Series

• Organized by the volunteers of the Hamilton Harriers Running and Walking Club. Come and run or walk with us. We meet Wednesdays at 5:00pm and Saturdays at 8:00am at the YMCA.

• We use Niko Apparel a Hamilton company for our race wear. They also supply the Canadian Olympic Rowing Team.

• We use Chiptime Results, a Hamilton company, to time our event. www.chiptimeresults.com

• Our event is certified and accredited by Athletics Ontario # 202020021 Both the 10 and 4 runs are part of the Ontario Athletics runners rankings. Click to find out more https://athleticsontario.ca/athlete-registration/