The Maple Run Half Marathon and 5K
- Date Sat 12th April 2025
- Time 9:15AM EST
- Location Canton, New York
- Price $5.00 - $60.00
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon, 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at The Maple Run Half Marathon and 5K on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in beautiful Canton, St. Lawrence! This beloved event, the longest-running half marathon in St. Lawrence County, marks the joyous end of winter and supports local youth running programs. Participants can choose between the scenic half marathon, featuring a challenging 13.1-mile course with well-stocked refreshment stations, or the fun-filled 5K, a 3.1-mile route that winds through the charming village and St. Lawrence University campus.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, The Maple Run welcomes all levels of participants with in-person, virtual, and hybrid options. Enjoy the thrill of racing alongside fellow enthusiasts, or take on the challenge of the hybrid half marathon, where you can complete part of the distance on your own before joining the crowd for the final stretch. With low-cost youth registration and a supportive atmosphere, this event is perfect for families and friends alike. Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate spring, earn a unique finisher's medallion, and make unforgettable memories! Sign up now to secure the lowest registration fees before prices increase on January 1, 202
Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual runner, The Maple Run welcomes all levels of participants with in-person, virtual, and hybrid options. Enjoy the thrill of racing alongside fellow enthusiasts, or take on the challenge of the hybrid half marathon, where you can complete part of the distance on your own before joining the crowd for the final stretch. With low-cost youth registration and a supportive atmosphere, this event is perfect for families and friends alike. Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate spring, earn a unique finisher's medallion, and make unforgettable memories! Sign up now to secure the lowest registration fees before prices increase on January 1, 202
Organiser's Description
REGISTER NOW FOR LOWEST PRICE!
* Registration fees increase January 1, 2025
ABOUT THE MAPLE RUN
The longest continuously held half marathon in St. Lawrence County, The Maple Run celebrates the end of winter, contributes to economic development in the community, and supports local youth running programs.
DISTANCES
* Half marathon: 13.1 miles, 8:30 AM start
* 5K: 3.1 miles, 9:15 AM start
IN-PERSON, VIRTUAL, OR HYBRID
The Maple Run encourages runners at all levels of development, so the options to participate are many. Runners can graduate from the 5K to the half marathon, or sample the half marathon virtually this year, on their own or with a group of running buddies, to prepare for next year. Participants can also try a bit of both with the HYBRID half-marathon option.
* Half marathon and 5K distances are offered as in-person and virtual events.
* The half marathon only is available as a HYBRID event. A HYBRID participant may finish 10 miles of the half marathon on a course of their choosing, indoors or out, anytime before the 5K start on April 12, 2025. The final 3.1 miles are completed at the Maple Run event on Saturday, April 12, 2025 with the pack of 5K participants.
LOW-COST YOUTH REGISTRATION
* Participants from 8 to 17 years of age on the day of the Maple Run may select a low-cost youth 5K or half-marathon entry.
* Half-marathon youth participants are not eligible for age-group and overall placement awards..
* All youth registrants will receive a shirt and finisher's medallion included in their entry fee.
WALK OR RUN
* The half-marathon route will remain open for four hours, so speedy walkers and runner/walkers have time to finish.
* Dedicated walkers are encouraged to try the VIRTUAL or HYBRID option to test their mettle on the half-marathon course or opt for the in-person 5K.
* The Maple Run start times for the in-person half marathon and 5K are staggered, so finish times closely coordinate between the two distances.
WHEELCHAIR ATHLETES
* The in-person, half-marthon course is fully on road with two steeper hills and open to traffic. Wheelchair athletes and special needs strollers ARE welcome on the course.
THE MAPLE RUN HALF-MARATHON COURSE
The scenic out-and-back half marathon course offers well-stocked refreshment stations along the route staffed by the North Country's best volunteers.
Map available soon!
5K COURSE
5K(ish) participants travel an on- and off-road course through the Village of Canton and the well-maintained trail system of the St. Lawrence University campus.
Map available soon!
SHIRTS, MEDALS, AGE-GROUP RECOGNITION, AND PLACEMENT PRIZES
* All registrants for all distances will receive a long sleeve shirt included in the cost of their entry.
* All in-person and HYBRID participants will receive an iconicMaple Run' wooden finisher's medallion.
* The top three placements in each half-marathon age group will recieve a special edition Maple Run keychain.
* Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd placement prizes will be awarded to in-person, half-marathon participants in men's, women's, and non-binary categories.
* No placement prizes or age-group awards will be offered to 5K participants.
SPECTATORS!
Watch runners get a start, take on the course, or cross the finish line.
* There is plenty of room at the combined start/finish line for spectators.
* For folk who wish to grace their athlete with the finisher's medal, arrangements can be made with the volunteers at the finish line.
* The half-marathon route is open to traffic, which provides easy travel to the half-way point and water stations. Spectators are encourages to bring signs, ring cow bells, and take pictures! Careful driving is a must!!
2024 PICTURE AND RESULTS
Want to see great pictures and results from the 2024 Maple Run? Visit The Maple Run on the web. [http://themaplerun.com]
VOLUNTEERS
The Maple Run loves volunteers!
* Volunteers receive a Maple Run shirt
* Use this link to sign up: 2025 Maple Run Volunteer Form [https://forms.gle/nruMGWEuyVV5NbGa8]
* Thank you!
2025 REFUND POLICY
* No refunds will be issued.
* Registration fees increase January 1, 2025
ABOUT THE MAPLE RUN
The longest continuously held half marathon in St. Lawrence County, The Maple Run celebrates the end of winter, contributes to economic development in the community, and supports local youth running programs.
DISTANCES
* Half marathon: 13.1 miles, 8:30 AM start
* 5K: 3.1 miles, 9:15 AM start
IN-PERSON, VIRTUAL, OR HYBRID
The Maple Run encourages runners at all levels of development, so the options to participate are many. Runners can graduate from the 5K to the half marathon, or sample the half marathon virtually this year, on their own or with a group of running buddies, to prepare for next year. Participants can also try a bit of both with the HYBRID half-marathon option.
* Half marathon and 5K distances are offered as in-person and virtual events.
* The half marathon only is available as a HYBRID event. A HYBRID participant may finish 10 miles of the half marathon on a course of their choosing, indoors or out, anytime before the 5K start on April 12, 2025. The final 3.1 miles are completed at the Maple Run event on Saturday, April 12, 2025 with the pack of 5K participants.
LOW-COST YOUTH REGISTRATION
* Participants from 8 to 17 years of age on the day of the Maple Run may select a low-cost youth 5K or half-marathon entry.
* Half-marathon youth participants are not eligible for age-group and overall placement awards..
* All youth registrants will receive a shirt and finisher's medallion included in their entry fee.
WALK OR RUN
* The half-marathon route will remain open for four hours, so speedy walkers and runner/walkers have time to finish.
* Dedicated walkers are encouraged to try the VIRTUAL or HYBRID option to test their mettle on the half-marathon course or opt for the in-person 5K.
* The Maple Run start times for the in-person half marathon and 5K are staggered, so finish times closely coordinate between the two distances.
WHEELCHAIR ATHLETES
* The in-person, half-marthon course is fully on road with two steeper hills and open to traffic. Wheelchair athletes and special needs strollers ARE welcome on the course.
THE MAPLE RUN HALF-MARATHON COURSE
The scenic out-and-back half marathon course offers well-stocked refreshment stations along the route staffed by the North Country's best volunteers.
Map available soon!
5K COURSE
5K(ish) participants travel an on- and off-road course through the Village of Canton and the well-maintained trail system of the St. Lawrence University campus.
Map available soon!
SHIRTS, MEDALS, AGE-GROUP RECOGNITION, AND PLACEMENT PRIZES
* All registrants for all distances will receive a long sleeve shirt included in the cost of their entry.
* All in-person and HYBRID participants will receive an iconicMaple Run' wooden finisher's medallion.
* The top three placements in each half-marathon age group will recieve a special edition Maple Run keychain.
* Overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd placement prizes will be awarded to in-person, half-marathon participants in men's, women's, and non-binary categories.
* No placement prizes or age-group awards will be offered to 5K participants.
SPECTATORS!
Watch runners get a start, take on the course, or cross the finish line.
* There is plenty of room at the combined start/finish line for spectators.
* For folk who wish to grace their athlete with the finisher's medal, arrangements can be made with the volunteers at the finish line.
* The half-marathon route is open to traffic, which provides easy travel to the half-way point and water stations. Spectators are encourages to bring signs, ring cow bells, and take pictures! Careful driving is a must!!
2024 PICTURE AND RESULTS
Want to see great pictures and results from the 2024 Maple Run? Visit The Maple Run on the web. [http://themaplerun.com]
VOLUNTEERS
The Maple Run loves volunteers!
* Volunteers receive a Maple Run shirt
* Use this link to sign up: 2025 Maple Run Volunteer Form [https://forms.gle/nruMGWEuyVV5NbGa8]
* Thank you!
2025 REFUND POLICY
* No refunds will be issued.
Races
-
Live Half Marathon
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 12th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$60.00
Earn your Maple Run 2025 shirt, a fresh mini-maple syrup, and a finisher's medal. Live half marathon participants are eligible for overall placement prizes. Age group winners will be recognized with a special edition keychain. -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
$50.00
Run, run/walk, or walk where and when you prefer! Participants in the virtual events will receive a Maple Run 2025 shirt. Virtual event participants are not eligible for placement prizes, age-group awards, or finisher's medals. -
Hybrid Half Marathon: Virtual Half Marathon With Live Finish
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
$60.00
Run, run/walk, or walk to log 10 miles independently, and then catch the thrill of a live finish at The Maple Run by joining the Live 5K pack on event day. Participants in this hybrid event will receive a Maple Run 2025 shirt, a fresh mini-maple syrup, and a finisher's medal. Hybrid event participants are not eligible for placement prizes or age-group awards. -
Live 5K
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 12th April 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$45.00
Earn your Maple Run 2025 shirt, a fresh mini-maple syrup, and a finisher's medal. Live 5K runners are not eligible for placement prizes or age-group awards. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
$35.00
Run, run/walk, or walk where and when you prefer! Participants in the virtual events will receive a Maple Run 2025 shirt and a fresh mini-maple syrup. Virtual event participants are not eligible for placement prizes or age-group awards. -
Youth Half Marathon
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 12th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$5.00
Participants aged 8 to 17 years old on or before event day are eligible for a low-cost Maple Run entry that includes a shirt and finisher's medal. Participants are not eligible for placement prizes or age-group awards. -
Youth 5K
Incl. Long Sleeve Shirt
Sat 12th April 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$5.00
Participants aged 8 to 17 years old on or before event day are eligible for a low-cost, in-person only Maple Run entry that includes a shirt and finisher's medal. Participants are not eligible for placement prizes or age-group awards.
The Maple Run Half Marathon and 5K