TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon
The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is an annual race in Toronto, Canada, featuring marathon, half marathon, and 5K events. Recognized as Canada's premier running event, it serves as the grand finale of the Canada Running Series and has hosted the Athletics Canada National Marathon Championships since 2017. The 2025 races are scheduled for October 18 (5K) and October 19 (marathon and half marathon). The event is committed to sustainability, achieving Evergreen Certification from the Council for Responsible Sport in 2023.
Elevation Details
- Total Elevation Gain:138
Notable Landmarks
- CN Tower – Iconic 553m-high observation and communications tower.
- Union Station – Toronto’s main transit hub and historic railway station.
- Harbourfront Centre – Cultural venue on the waterfront with arts and events.
- Queen's Quay Terminal – Historic waterfront building with shops and residences.
- Nathan Phillips Square – Public plaza home to Toronto’s City Hall and the famous Toronto sign.
Location Details
Other Race Distances
Boston Marathon Status
Estimated Hotel Cost
350 USD per night
Special Hotel Rates Available
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Eligibility
Marathon participants: Minimum age of 18 years on race day.
Half Marathon participants: Minimum age of 16 years on race day.
5K participants: Open to all ages; children under 12 should run with an adult over 18.
Registration: Completion of official registration process.
Event waiver: Signed agreement to event terms and conditions.
Compliance: Adherence to event rules and regulations.
Required Documents
Government-issued photo ID
Proof of registration confirmation
Accreditation documentation for service animals
Documentation for support persons
Completed event waiver
Proof of age for age-restricted events
Entry Methods
Online registration
Non-Refundable and Non-Deferrable: Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be deferred to future events.
Enhanced Refund Protection: Participants may opt to purchase third-party Enhanced Refund Protection during registration, which covers specific circumstances such as injury or illness. Claims must be submitted within 30 days of the qualifying event or the race date, whichever comes first.
Transfer Process: Participants can transfer their entry to another individual online until Thursday, October 17, at midnight. After this deadline, transfers must be completed in person at the Race Expo on October 18-19.
Fees and Limitations: Each registration is limited to one transfer, and a transfer fee of $10 (plus HST and processing fees) applies. The new participant will be charged the current registration fee during the transfer process.
Official Platform: All transfers must be conducted through the official Race Roster platform to ensure secure and legitimate processing.
- General Entry160 CAD
- Charity Fundraiser160 CAD
- 5K Race2025-10-18
- Marathon/Half Marathon2025-10-19
- Virtual Race Period2025-10-01