TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Nights
3
Date
October 18, 2026
  • 5k
  • Half Marathon
  • Marathon
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The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is one of Canada’s premier running events, offering Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 5K distances through the heart of vibrant downtown Toronto. This scenic and energetic race takes runners on a tour of the city’s diverse neighborhoods and iconic waterfront. With crisp autumn weather and an electric race day atmosphere, it’s a great time to experience Toronto! 

Marathon Tours & Travel offers a three-night package based at the Marriott Downtown at Toronto Eaton Centre, a comfortable and centrally located hotel that puts you steps from top attractions—and conveniently within walking distance of the race start and finish, making race day effortless. Extra nights may also be added to extend your stay.  

As part of our itinerary, you’ll enjoy thoughtfully planned activities designed to enhance your race weekend. Join your fellow travelers for a welcome reception on arrival day, a pre-race pasta dinner to fuel up for race day, and a fun post-race celebration to toast your accomplishment. You’ll also have daily breakfast included and the support of the Marathon Tours & Travel team onsite throughout your stay, ensuring your trip is smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. 

 Whether you’re chasing a personal best or savoring the race day excitement, the 2026 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon offers a fantastic fall getaway! 

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is an AbbottWMM Marathon Tours & Travel World Age Group Qualifying Race.

Meals Included

Meals Included

Daily breakfast and pre-race dinner

Guide

Guide

Hosted on-site by Marathon Tours & Travel

Transfers

Transfers

Walking distance to race start and finish 

Trip Extension

Trip Extension

Optional Pre-Race Extension to Niagara Falls

Accommodation

Accommodation

3 nights hotel accommodation in Toronto

Entry

Entry

Guaranteed race entry

Travel Package Information

  • Itinerary

    • TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Package/3 Nights/October 16-19, 2026

      Friday, October 16
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      Arrive in Toronto and transfer on your own to the Marriott Downtown at Toronto Eaton Centre. The Marathon Expo will be open from 10:00am-8:00pm today so head to the Better Living Centre to pick up your bib, race kit, and race day necessities! 

      Join your fellow Marathon Tours & Travel runners and supporters for a Welcome Reception in the evening. 

      Saturday, October 17
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      Today is race day for the Toronto 5K! After this, you are free to explore Toronto on your own. It will also be the last day to visit the Marathon Expo and pick up your race bib – make your way to the Better Living Centre between 10:00am-6:00pm to ensure you have all you need for race day.

      In the evening, join your MTT team for a pre-race pasta dinner to fuel up for race day. (Breakfast and dinner included) 

      Sunday, October 18
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      Race Day! 

      The Marriott Downton at Toronto Eaton Centre is conveniently located within a short walking distance of the start and finish line. In the evening, join us for drinks and bites to celebrate your accomplishments! (Breakfast included) 

      Monday, October 19
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      Departure day. If you are heading home, enjoy a leisure morning at the hotel before checking-out by 12:00PM. 

  • Extensions

    • Niagara Falls and Toronto Pre-Race Extension

    • Niagara Falls and Toronto Extension/4 Nights/October 12-16, 2026

      Monday, October 12
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      This tour begins in Chicago following Bank of America Chicago Marathon weekend. Please make your way to Chicago O’Hare International Airport for your midday flight to Buffalo International Airport. An MTT rep will be on-site to meet the and check our group into the flight. Upon arrival, we will have a private transfer to the Marriott on the Falls hotel. The rest of your day is on your own. (Breakfast included)

      Further details regarding flight information will be provided at a later date.

      Tuesday, October 13
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      After breakfast, join us for the iconic Maid of the Mist Niagara Falls boat tour. This afternoon will be on your own. Tonight, join us for a farewell dinner overlooking Niagara Falls. (breakfast and dinner included)

      Wednesday, October 14
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      This morning we will have a private transfer to your hotel in Toronto. After checking into the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, the rest of the day will be on your own. (breakfast included)

      Thursday, October 15
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      Today, join us for an optional city tour of Toronto. The tour will include a stop and visit at the CN Tower, a scenic Toronto City Harbour Cruise, a stop at St. Lawrence Market, and more! The rest of your day will be on your own. (breakfast included)

      Friday, October 16
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      Today starts the first day on our TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon package. (breakfast included)

  • Packages & Rates

    • TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Tour | Three-Night Package: October 16 – 19, 2026

      Features:
      • 3 nights’ accommodation at 4* Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre 
      • Daily breakfasts, except on arrival day  
      • Hotel taxes  
      • Welcome drink and reception   
      • Shakeout run  
      • Pre-race pasta dinner  
      • Post race drinks and celebration  
      • Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel in Toronto 

      Not included:  

      • TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, Half-Marathon, or 5K entries (available to add at an additional cost)  
      • International round-trip airfare to Toronto 
      • Airport transfers  
      • Travel insurance (highly recommended)   
      • Meals unless noted on the itinerary  

      Niagara Falls and Toronto Pre-Race Extension | Four-Night Package: October 12 – 16, 2026

      Features:

      • Monday flight from Chicago (ORD) to Buffalo (BUF)
      • Transfer from Airport to Marriott on the Falls
      • Two nights’ accommodation at the 4* Marriott on the Falls
      • Maid of the Mist ticket
      • Farewell dinner in Niagara
      • Transfer from Niagara to Toronto
      • Two nights’ accommodation at the 4* Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre
      • Daily Breakfasts
      • Hotel taxes

      Please Note:

      • Room types available are Double Rooms (one bed/ two persons), Twin Rooms (two beds/two persons) or Single (one bed/one person).
      • Marathon Tours & Travel’s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package.  If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person).  If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room.  To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.

       Not Included:

      • Meals unless noted above
      • Gratuities and tips unless noted above
      • Travel Insurance

      Travel Insurance:

      Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents 

      Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents 

       

      Rates (all prices are per person in US dollars)

      Additional nights available upon request

      TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Package
      Three-Night PackageDouble OccupancySingle Occupancy
      Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre $1130 per person$1700
      Race Entry Fee
      Marathon Race Entry$155
      Half-Marathon Race Entry$130
      5K Race Entry$45
      Niagara Falls and Toronto Pre-Race Extension
      Niagara Falls and Toronto Extension Double OccupancySingle Occupancy
      Four-Night Package$1245 per person$1775
      Optional Toronto City Tour$170 per person$170

  • Hotels
    • Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre

      The Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre is a contemporary full service hotel located steps from premier shopping, dining, and entertainment in the heart of downtown Toronto. Its guestrooms feature comfortable seating areas and modern amenities designed for a relaxing and convenient stay. Guests can enjoy facilities such as a 24hour fitness center, the PAR BAR Topgolf Swing Suite, and a rooftop indoor pool. With major attractions like Nathan Phillips Square, the CN Tower, and Scotiabank Arena within walking distance, it offers an ideal base for exploring the city. 

      Marriott on the Falls (Niagara & Toronto Pre-Race Extension)

      Situated on the brink of Horseshoe Falls in Canada, Niagara Falls Marriott on the Falls is the closest hotel to Niagara Falls. Located in the Fallsview Tourist District near Niagara Falls Convention Centre, Fallsview Casino Resort, Niagara Parks and Niagara City Cruises, the fallsview hotel in Niagara Falls offers breathtaking views, exemplary service and modern amenities.

  • Event Information

    • 2026 TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon — Complete Event Information 

      Race Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026 (Marathon and Half-Marathon) 

      The 5K is held the day prior, on Saturday, October 17, 2026. 

      Start Times: 

      Marathon – 8:00 AM 

      Half-Marathon – 8:00 AM  

      5K – 9:00 AM (October 17) 

      Course Information: 

      Marathon (42.2 km) 

      The Marathon features a 42K course through downtown Toronto and along the waterfront, showcasing more than a dozen neighborhoods and scenic lakefront views. The course is predominantly flat, making it a strong option for fast times and personal bests. 

      Start Line: Yonge St. near Elm St., facing northbound
      Finish Line: Bay St. just north of Queen St., near Nathan Phillips Square 

      Half-Marathon (21.1 km) 

      The Half-Marathon follows the same energetic fall atmosphere and uses segments of the waterfront and downtown Toronto corridors. It is also designed to be flat and fast, offering an approachable course for runners of all levels. 

      5K 

      Held the day before the Marathon and Half Marathon, the 5K is a lively, accessible race through downtown Toronto. It serves as a community friendly kickoff to race weekend.
       

      Eligibility:

      Marathon: Must be 18+ 

      Half-Marathon: Must be 16+ 

      5K: Open to all ages  

      Time Limit: Marathon: 6 hours 

      Aid Stations:Hydration and aid stations are located approximately every 3 km, offering water and endurance fuel products (specific brands/flavors to be confirmed). 

      Awards / Finisher Items: All Marathon finishers receive

      • Finisher Medal 
      • ASICS Souvenir Shirt 
      • Postrace recovery food 

      Temperature: Toronto’s mid October weather is typically cool and variable, offering favorable running conditions. 

      Difficulty: All three distances are characterized by a primarily flat course, with gentle elevation changes—ideal for runners seeking speed or a supportive, confidence building race experience. 

  • Registration & Booking

    • Rates: All prices are based on current exchange rates and may change due to currency fluctuations. All payments to Marathon Tours & Travel will be processed in USD. 

      Reservations and Payments: A completed tour application together with a deposit of 30% of the package price plus 100% of the race entry price must be received before confirming your reservation. The second installment of 30% will be automatically charged to the card on file on April 17, 2026. The final balance will be automatically charged to the card on file on July 17, 2026. Payments received after July 17, 2026 are subject to a $50 per person late fee. 

      Cancellations: All payments, including your deposit, are non-refundable and non-transferrable.  Non-transferrable includes applying your balance to another person, another year or another trip. Should you cancel for any reason, you will forfeit your trip investment. Therefore, travel insurance for every trip is highly recommended. All cancellations must be received in writing. Entry fees are non-refundable. 

      Not included in price: All items not specifically listed under tour features. Entry fee is additional. Airfare from your originating city to Toronto. 

      Insurance: For your protection, trip cancellation, baggage, health and accident insurance is highly recommended for all participants.  However, no representation or description of the insurance made by our staff constitutes a binding assurance or promise about the insurance. 

      Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents
      Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents 

      Security Policy: Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and /or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced. 

      Responsibility: These tours are operated by Marathon Tours, Inc. of Chelsea, MA who acts only as an agent for the passenger to the companies offering such services and assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity caused by any reason whatsoever by any party offering such services. All terms and conditions offered are governed by the laws of Massachusetts. The right is reserved to cancel the tour prior to departure with a refund, less applicable credit card and processing fees, made as full settlement to the passenger. The right is reserved by Marathon Tours, Inc. to deny acceptance of a booking application by any person. Marathon Tours, Inc. may make any changes or alterations in the itinerary as it deems necessary for the proper handling of the tour. The sole responsibility of any airline used is limited to that set out in the passenger contract evidenced by the ticket. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that the passengers are not on board their aircraft. 

       

  • Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group World Championship

    • This event is an Abbott World Marathon Majors Marathon Tours & Travel Age Group World Championship (AGWC) Qualifying Race. If you achieve the automatic qualifying time for your age group, found here, you will be invited to the 2028 Age Group World Championship Race.   

      For more information on the Age Group World Rankings and Championship go here.  

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Meet the Reps

Kaitlyn Roukey

Trip Designer

Kaitlyn Roukey

Trip Designer

Kait joined Marathon Tours & Travel after five years of working in education, three of which were at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Her experience planning and leading study trips in China, Greece, Morocco, and the UK has fueled her passion for travel and cultural exploration. Living in Asia has encouraged Kait to both read about and run in new countries! She has completed eight marathons and half-marathons and earned her first Star in Tokyo in March 2025. As a shamelessly chatty runner, Kait loves making connections at the starting line.

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