The Ottawa International Marathon will take place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM ET from Ottawa City Hall. The event is already sold out, with a capacity of 5,000 runners, and it is a certified Boston Marathon qualifier with World Athletics Elite Label status.
🏃 Key Race Details
- Event Name: Tamarack Homes Ottawa International Marathon
- Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
- Start Time: 7:00 AM ET
- Location: Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa, Ontario
- Course: Scenic single-loop route through Ottawa’s landmarks, bridges, and parks
- Cut-off Time: 7 hours (must reach 27 km by 11:30 AM or be redirected to finish)
- Capacity: 5,000 runners (sold out)
- Eligibility: Ages 18+
🌍 Prestige & Recognition
- Boston Marathon Qualifier
- World Athletics Elite Label Road Race
- Over 50 years of tradition — one of Canada’s most celebrated marathons
🗺️ Travel & Local Highlights
- Nearby Attractions: Parliament Hill, ByWard Market, Canadian Museum of History, Gatineau Park
- Atmosphere: Thousands of runners + spectators, elite athletes from around the globe
🏅 Key Sponsors & Partners
- Tamarack Homes – Title sponsor of the Ottawa International Marathon and the entire race weekend.
- Desjardins – Official financial and insurance partner; presenting sponsor of the Ottawa Half Marathon and charity program.
- Canadian Running Magazine – Official media partner.
- Xact Nutrition – Official nutrition and hydration provider.
- Farm Boy – Recovery Zone sponsor.
- Marathon Photos Live – Official photo/video partner.
- iRun Magazine – Digital magazine subscription partner.
- Pizza Pizza – Official pizza sponsor.
- Runna App – Official training app.
- Goodr Sunglasses – Official sunglasses partner.
- Ottawa Tourism – Tourism partner.
- The Ottawa Hospital – Medical services provider and charity partner.
Would you like to run in Ottawa,Canada? 🙂
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