With warmer weather on the way it's time to lace up those running shoes and get outdoors. No matter where you are in the GTA we have the marathon to get you active.
Mercedes-Benz Oakville 10K
Sunday, April 24
mercedes10k.com
Presented by New Balance Oakville the Mercedes-Benz 10K offers a variety of course lengths including the 10K run or 10K walk, 5K run or 5K walk, High School Challenge, Elementary School Challenge, Junior Jog and the Toddler Trot. Each course has its own set of fees with the net proceeds being donated to The Lighthouse Program for Grieving Children. Participants in the 5K and 10K runs who fundraise more than $100 will be entered to win an Azamara Cruise for each $100 raised while one lucky finisher (must be at least 25 years old) will be eligible to win a one-year lease of Mercedes-Benz, model to be announced. Go online to register and view race day information including course maps.
Mississauga Marathon
Saturday, April 30 & Sunday, May 1
mississaugamarathon.com
This two day event takes runners on a stunning route along Mississauga's waterfront with several course options including the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, MNP 10KM, 10KM Student Relay, Novo Nordisk “Hazel” 5KM, 2KM Run/Walk, the Enersource MaraFun Program, the Running Room Friendship Run and the Sal Guzzo, LL.B. Relay Challenge. Through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge multiple charities will be receiving funds raised throughout the two day marathon, go online for more info and to register.