The Emerald Mile

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EVENT UPDATE:

This year, young participants will take part in the full one-mile course alongside the adults, creating one shared start line and one big finish line celebration in the heart of downtown. The Kids Mile will also start at 11:30am.

Kids will now experience the same iconic one-mile course past Parliament Hill, across the Rideau Canal, and into the ByWard Market. It’s a chance for families to run together, cheer each other on, and be part of the same festive atmosphere from start to finish.

 

Bring your festive spirit and hit the streets at The Emerald Mile, a brand new Run Ottawa event taking place alongside the city’s first St. Patrick’s Day Parade since 2019, on March 7. Proceeds from this race go to support the parade itself! 

This festive morning features a one mile run for all levels of experience. Offering participants a truly unique experience, following the parade route through the heart of the capital. Starting at the Supreme Court of Canada on Wellington Street, the route passes in front of Parliament Hill, crosses the Rideau Canal, continues along Sussex Drive, turns onto York Street, and finishes in the vibrant ByWard Market. It’s your chance to run some of Ottawa’s most iconic streets in the middle of a city wide celebration!

Whether you are looking for a fun race, a family friendly outing, or a memorable way to spend your Saturday, The Emerald Mile offers something for everyone.

Come dressed in green, bring your festive spirit, and help launch this new tradition!

 

Included in your registration:

  • Personalized race bib for those who register before Friday, February 27
  • Professional race timing with chip time results available
  • Post-race snacks and beverages

 

 

 

EVENT DETAILS

Races: Mile

Date: Saturday March 7, 2026

Start times:

  • Kid’s Mile UPDATED START TIME: 11:30am
  • Mile: 11:30am

Location: Supreme Court of Canada, 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1

 

This event will take place on a closed course.

 

Please note

In lieu of porta potties at the start line, St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on the corner of Kent St. and Wellington, across from Supreme Court will have restroom facilities available for our participants and volunteers from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

 

FEES:

  • Mile Adult: $33.75 + HST
  • Mile Youth (ages 12-24): $16.88 + HST
  • Kids Mile (ages 5-12): $16.88 + HST

 

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TRANSPORTATION TIPS

Wellington Street will close at 10:30 AM.

We strongly encourage participants to use public transit, you can plan your trip using the OC Transpo Travel Planner

O-Train stations closest to the start line:
• Lyon Station, approximately a 500 metre walk
• Parliament Station, approximately a 650 metre walk

Paid parking can be found in nearby city or private lots.

 

Did you know you can run this race for FREE by joining Run Ottawa? 

As a member, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits like ONE FREE RACE, 10% off all other Run Ottawa events, discounts with partner services and more! Dual, youth and family options now available! See the complete list of benefits here!

 

ROUTE

 *Route is subject to change.

 

TRAIN WITH RUNNA

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ACCESSIBILITY

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Danielle Avery.

 

*Please note event details are subject to change. Any questions please email questions@runottawa.ca.

 

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