Boxing Day Runs
- Date Fri 26th December 2025
- Location Hamilton, ON
- Price $74.58
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated Boxing Day Runs on Friday, December 26, 2025, in beautiful Hamilton! This year marks the 102nd edition of this beloved event, welcoming both runners and walkers to enjoy a scenic course that features 5 miles of stunning waterfront trail.
Online registration is open until December 24th at 11:59 PM, but don't fret if you miss that deadline—race day registration will be available starting at 10:00 AM for just $80, payable by cash or cheque. All participants will receive a cozy pair of mitts, and there are change rooms with showers available for entrants. Spectators are encouraged to cheer on their favorite racers from the gym. Best of all, this event supports local youth through a $5,000 annual donation to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, ensuring that children in the community can access programs like fitness, daycare, and camping. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Boxing Day Runs!
Online registration is open until December 24th at 11:59 PM, but don't fret if you miss that deadline—race day registration will be available starting at 10:00 AM for just $80, payable by cash or cheque. All participants will receive a cozy pair of mitts, and there are change rooms with showers available for entrants. Spectators are encouraged to cheer on their favorite racers from the gym. Best of all, this event supports local youth through a $5,000 annual donation to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, ensuring that children in the community can access programs like fitness, daycare, and camping. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Boxing Day Runs!
Organiser's Description
Join runners and walkers in the 102st run.
Online Registration closes on December 24th at 11:59pm. Race Day Registration is available starting at 10:00am. $80 cash or cheque.
• A scenic course which includes 5 miles of waterfront trail. Change rooms with showers for entrants, spectators are welcome in the gym. The inclusion for all entrants are a pair of mitts. • We support Canadian Athletes. Athletes that receive support from Athletics Canada can apply for a complimentary entry. Contact us from the webpage if you qualify. 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.
• Organized by the volunteers of the Hamilton Harriers Running and Walking Club.
• 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
Online Registration closes on December 24th at 11:59pm. Race Day Registration is available starting at 10:00am. $80 cash or cheque.
• A scenic course which includes 5 miles of waterfront trail. Change rooms with showers for entrants, spectators are welcome in the gym. The inclusion for all entrants are a pair of mitts. • We support Canadian Athletes. Athletes that receive support from Athletics Canada can apply for a complimentary entry. Contact us from the webpage if you qualify. 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.
• Organized by the volunteers of the Hamilton Harriers Running and Walking Club.
• 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
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Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA, 79 James Street South, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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