How to get into the Toronto Waterfront Marathon 2027.

All 2 ways into the Toronto Waterfront Marathon in Toronto.

Ways in

There are 2 ways into the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

  1. 01

    First come, first served

    Entry opens on a set date and closes when the field is full.

    At this race: Online registration via Race Roster

    Organizer's details
  2. 02

    Charity place

    Take a place from a partner charity and commit to raising a minimum amount for it. Charities usually ask you to apply and choose their runners.

    At this race: Charity and fundraising runners take part; fundraising organizations can be selected on the event page

    Organizer's details

Charity places and tours

Both are guaranteed places. A charity place asks you to raise a minimum amount; a tour package bundles entry with travel and a hotel.

Charity places

  • Abby Fedosoff Memorial Fund

    Fundraising target on request

  • Amistad Canada

    Fundraising target on request

  • MS Canada

    Fundraising target on request

  • Official Charity Partners (list of participating Official Charity Partners in the 2026 Charity Challenge)

    Fundraising target on request

    Apply
  • Parkdale Community Food Bank

    Fundraising target on request

  • Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation

    Fundraising target on request

  • realbuzz

    Fundraising target on request

    Apply
  • Sinai Health Foundation

    Fundraising target on request

  • Toronto Rape Crisis Centre

    Fundraising target on request

  • Trees For Life

    Fundraising target on request

FAQ

What are the ways into the Toronto Waterfront Marathon?
There are 2 ways in. First come, first served: Online registration via Race Roster. Charity place: Charity and fundraising runners take part; fundraising organizations can be selected on the event page.

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