Race date: September 8, 2024
How do you get to run with this backdrop and still be near the GTA? Run the Georgina Marathon and Half Marathon , 10km or 5km! Run along the shores of Lake Simcoe through the quiet communities of Georgina on this FLAT, FAST and SCENIC 5km, Half Marathon and Boston Qualifier Marathon course. The course starts and finishes at De La Salle Park in Jacksons Point, runs along Lake Drive North on an out and back along a quiet road with lots of shade and views of stunning properties.
Event details
Boston Qualifier Marathon! Athletics Canada Certified Half Marathon and 10k!
Fast and flat 5km.
Georgina is an hour North of Toronto making it a central location for athletes from the GTA, Golden Horseshoe and Cottage Country.
The Marathon, Half Marathon and 10km courses are Athletics Canada certified courses, measured by Peter Pimm – which means they are accurate and are qualifiers for things such as the New York and Boston Marathon’s.
Run along the south shore of Lake Simcoe through the quiet communities of Georgina on this flat, fast and scenic 5km, Half Marathon and Boston Qualifier Marathon course. You will be running from De La Salle Park, along Lake Drive North on an out and back along a quiet road with lots of shade and views of stunning properties. And, get ready to have FUN! Hits 105.5 FM will be on site playing music along the race course and cheering stations will be set up along the route for FUN and MOTIVATION! Oh – and watch for our Alligator mascot along the course cheering you on!
Aid stations will be located every 2.5-3km throughout the course and will include Gatorade electrolyte drink and Water.
Marathon and half marathon start: 7:00am
5 and 10km start: 7:30am
**The cut off time for all races will be 6 hours after the marathon starts**
Participation is subject to waiver conditions. If you participate, you are deemed to accept the waiver.
Due to the nature of the course and narrow roads, along with insurance requirements, strollers and dogs are not allowed in the event.
We now include 3 divisions in our registration categories: man, woman and non-binary. Note that results will be posted in the category you sign up in.
All finishers will receive a custom Georgina Marathon T-Shirt and finishers medal as well as a swag bag from our race sponsors.
RACE KIT PICK UP INFORMATION
Kit pick up will be available in advance at select locations in the GTA – details will be posted as we approach race day. Race day kit pick up is available but discouraged.
To pick up your race kit you will need a piece of photo ID OR a copy of your registration confirmation email.
If you are picking up a kit for another runner, you must have a copy of their confirmation email AND written authorization via email confirming that you can collect the kit on their behalf.
RACE DAY PARKING:
VIP Parking at De La Salle Park is $15.00 for the day and a limited number of these passes are available through our race roster site as you go through registration. Overflow parking is free, convenient with shuttle service throughout the day. More details on overflow parking lots will be available as we approach race day.
Note: Please observe city parking signage if looking for parking on side streets. Where it is available, it is limited to a 3-hour maximum. There is no parking on Lake Drive at any time. Spectators will also find free lots along the course at Willow Beach and North Gwillimbury Park. There will NOT be a shuttle from these locations. There is a small lot at Kennedy Road and Lake Drive with a variety store (cash only!), BBQ and ice cream.
Course
The Georgina Marathon is a certified, Boston Qualifier marathon route. The Georgina Marathon and Half Marathon and the 10km and 5km are run along the shore of Lake Simcoe. All three events start at De La Salle Park. Runners turn left onto Lake Road and run an out and back course. The 5km and half marathon is one loop and the marathon is two loops. The courses are FAST, FLAT and SCENIC and run along a quiet road with lots of shade and views of stunning properties. This is the place to come and run your PB or just come and enjoy running a route that makes you feel like you’re running down south along the ocean’s edge without actually being there!
Cancelation policy: No cancellations or refunds. If there is a government or public health order that causes the event to be canceled or a weather or other ‘acts of God’ that forces cancellation, you may do the race as a virtual event. There will be no deferrals or refunds. Transfers between distances or to another runners are allowed until September 1st and can be done though the “transfer” link on our race roster page. There will be a $5.00 administration fee for transfer.
Hotels
There are two hotels located approximately 2km away from the start/finish line. The Briars Resort and Spa (our host hotel, where the expo and race kit pick up will be located) and the Ramada Jacksons Point.
The Briars Resort and Spa:
1 (800) 465-2376
Use the code FALLRACE24 to book September 6-8, 2024. If you wish to stay longer than the weekend, call and ask for Amanda directly and she will apply the athlete discounted race for however long your stay is.
Ramada Jacksons Point:
Call to book: (905)-572-6232 ext 0
King rooms $209.00, Double queen rooms $229.00
Booking code for Georgina Marathon: 090724MAR
Weather Policy:
Safety always comes first and Athletics Ontario sets rules and policies that outline when an event must be delayed or cancelled due to inclement weather. In the case of inclement weather that forces our race directors to cancel an event, there will be no refunds. In the case of a weather cancellation, by that time a large portion of the race fee’s have already been allocated. Registered participants will still receive your swag bag and race shirt. Thank you for understanding these policies.
Presenting Sponsor:
Hotels:
The Briars Resort and Spa:
1 (800) 465-2376
To get the athlete rate, reservations must be made by calling the Briars Reception. Tell them that you are registered to run the Georgina Marathon and Half Marathon
Ramada Jacksons Point:
TBA
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Aurora:
Guests must inquire with the Front desk at (905) 418-8000. State that you are running the Georgina Marathon and Half Marathon and you will be given a special Georgina athlete rate.
