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North Bay Road Race 2026
Join us on Saturday, September 12th, 2026 for Northern Ontario’s fastest road race!
Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal record or a beginner looking for a motivating goal to train towards, our 5k, 10k and 21.1km routes offer something for everyone.
Our 1 Mile Kid's Race is a family-friendly highlight - come cheer on our young runners!
Please note: Registrations are non-refundable. Transfers will be charged a $1.95 fee by Race Roster and are available until September 11th at 11:59PM
Please purchase cancellation insurance if you would like to be protected in case of injury/accident/etc. NBRR is unable to issue refunds.
*ROUTE INFORMATION*
Starting on Memorial Drive by the carousel, our fast course takes you through the scenic Memorial Drive, closed to traffic, and along the Kate Pace Way past Lee Park and Veteran's Field. For those running the Half Marathon route, you will head out Booth Road and the flat-and-fast Kate Pace Way.
Charity Partner
The North Bay Road Race is proud to partner with local charities: every registration includes an automatic donation to our charity partner YMCA Northeastern Ontario. You can help raise funds by adding a donation during registration or by sharing your personal fundraising page on social media. Let's Fill the Bus and help send kids to camp!
Schedule:
Friday:
Early Packet Pickup
(Location TBD)
Saturday:
7:00
Race-Day Kit Pick-up
(Race-day registration open online)
7:45
5K Race Start
8:30
Kid’s Race Start
9:10
10k/Half Marathon Start
12:15
Course Aid Closes
Start/Finish Location:
The Start/Finish is located at the Heritage Carousels at 230 Memorial Drive (across from the Marina). Parking is available at the municipal parking lots on Memorial, overflow parking at the municipal parking lot near Rona, and also at the large parking lot on Oak (access start/finish through the pedestrian tunnel).
Extreme Weather:
In case of extreme weather or dangerous conditions, we will be forced to delay and/or cancel the event. Please purchase cancellation insurance to protect against this as we are unable to issue refunds.
Shirts:
Register before August 8th for a free NBRR 2025 Race Shirt. Any registrations after this date will not be guaranteed a shirt. *supplies are very limited*
Help Grow the Community
✨Your support of NBRR will help us obtain the best possible route from year-to-year!✨
Please note: Registrations are non-refundable. Transfers will be charged a $1.95 fee by Race Roster and are available until September 11th at 11:59PM
Please purchase cancellation insurance if you would like to be protected in case of injury/accident/etc. NBRR is unable to issue refunds.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Block pricing
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5 km
Flat-and-fast 5km along the North Bay Waterfront. A beautiful course with great conditions to set a personal record. *Prices include RaceRoster Fees - HST not included
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Register for 5 km$56.71
Super-Early Bird
Now registering 1 – 50 -
$62.15
Early Bird
Registrants 51 – 150 -
$67.60
Regular
Registrants 151 – Unlimited
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10 km
Run along North Bay's beautiful waterfront and the Kate Pace Way multi-use-pathway. *Prices include RaceRoster Fees - HST not included
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Register for 10 km$62.15
Super-Early Bird
Now registering 1 – 50 -
$67.60
Early Bird
Registrants 51 – 150 -
$73.05
Regular
Registrants 151 – Unlimited
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Half Marathon
Run along North Bay's beautiful waterfront, then connect to the multi-use pathway for the remainder of your 21.1km. *Prices include RaceRoster Fees - HST not included
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Register for Half Marathon$78.50
Super-Early Bird
Now registering 1 – 50 -
$89.39
Early Bird
Registrants 51 – 150 -
$100.28
Regular
Registrants 151 – Unlimited
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Kid's Race
Our one mile Kid's Race will occur after the 5k and before the 10k/HM. The distance for the Kid's Race is approximately 1 Mile. Kids receive a bib and a medal, however Kid's race kits will not include a shirt. Parents running the Kid's Race must register as a Parent/Guardian.
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Register for Kid's RaceFreeJan 9 - Sept 12
Parent/Guardian for Kid's Race
If you are a parent/guardian running with your kid - please select this (free) event to be included - otherwise you will not be allowed on the course!
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Register for Parent/Guardian for Kid's RaceFreeJan 9 - Sept 12
Contact information
- Event contact
- Colin Davis & Tyler Ashurst
- Phone
- 416-561-6576
- Website
- Visit website
