Tartan Ottawa International Marathon

Online registration is now closed, you can register in person at the Race Roster desk at the Health and Fitness Expo in the Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park on a first come, first served basis.

Expo hours of operation:

Friday, May 26, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

Saturday, May 27, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

The Tartan Ottawa International Marathon is Canada’s fastest marathon. This race attracts thousands of participants, including a world-class contingent of pro-athletes every year. The Tartan Ottawa International Marathon is a World Athletics Elite Label Race and one of Canada’s largest Boston Qualifiers.

Canadian Masters Athletics (CMA) National Marathon Championships

Tartan Ottawa International Marathon will serve as the Canadian Masters Athletics (CMA) National Marathon Championships. 

The top three male and female finishers in each 5-year Masters age group who are CMA members, starting at ages 30-34, will be awarded CMA Gold, Silver and Bronze Championship medals. To be eligible for a CMA medal, you must be a current member of Canadian Masters Athletics (CMA) and you must enter your membership number at registration.

Date: Sunday, May 28, 2023

Time: 7:00 am ET
Location: Ottawa City Hall
110 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa, Ontario

View detailed, interactive maps.

Current event pricing:
$155.00 CAD + applicable fee + hst
In-person, virtual and Green Bib options available
20% off for youth (3-18 years of age)0-2 years of age are free

Please note: strollers are not allowed on course

New Expo location for 2023!

Aberdeen Pavilion

Lansdowne Park

1000 Exhibition Way
Ottawa, Ontario
K1S 5J3

Directions: Google map

 

Hours of Operation:

  • Friday, May 26, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
  • Saturday, May 27, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Free Shuttle buses from City Hall to Lansdowne Park:

A FREE and accessible shuttle bus service will be available to help you travel from Ottawa City Hall (Lisgar St. entrance) directly to the Health and Fitness Expo at Lansdowne Park and back! Please see schedules and frequency below: 

Friday, May 26:
8:00 am: First shuttle departs from Ottawa City Hall (Lisgar St. entrance).
11:30 pm: Last shuttle leaves the Health and Fitness Expo at Aberdeen Pavilion in Lansdowne Park.

Shuttles run every 30 minutes starting at Ottawa City Hall from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, and every 15-20 minutes between 4:00 pm – 11:30 pm.

Saturday, May 27:
8:00 am: First shuttle departs from Ottawa City Hall (Lisgar St. entrance).
6:30 pm: Last shuttle leaves the Health and Fitness Expo at Aberdeen Pavilion in Lansdowne Park.

Shuttles run every 15-20 minutes from Ottawa City Hall from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, and Lansdowne Park from 8:15 am – 6:30 pm.

Tartan Ottawa International Marathon bus tour schedule:

Saturday, May 27

9:30 am
11:30 am

The bus tour will leave from the Aberdeen Pavilion. Tickets are free and can be obtained at the Info Booth at the Health Expo at Aberdeen Pavilion on a first come first served basis.

Included with your registration:

    • A commemorative 2023 Finisher medal 
    • A personalized race bib (register before May 1, 2023)
    • A commemorative, reusable drawstring bag
    • Free premium upgrade of Runkeeper to Runkeeper GO, which includes access to customizable training plans.
    • Nuun and Xact Nutrition on course
    • Timing by Sportstats
    • A post-race beer from Kichesippi Beer co.
    • Post-race recovery food
    • Virtual option available

Additional features:

  • Commemorative t-shirts by Surge Activewear are available for purchase during registration.
  • Photography and videography available for purchase.

Green Bib:

Run Ottawa is offering a Green Bib option at registration for those wishing to reduce their environmental footprint. In lieu of a medal or any mailed amenities, you can choose to divert part of your registration fee to the Green Bib fund which supports the Desjardins Charity Challenge.

Elite registration:

Please see athletic standards and 2023 prize purse prior to applying. Applications will open in 2023.

Course Features

  • Kilometre markers along the entire route.
  • Water/Nuun stations are set up approximately every 3K. Nuun is served at the first tables of each station, and water at the following tables.
  • Xact Nutrition stations located at 11K, 22K and 32K in a mix of strawberry, apricot and orange flavours.
  • Cooling and misting stations available on-course.
  • Portable toilets at every water station.
  • Cheering and entertainment stations.
  • Full medical services on the route and at the finish line.

Hotel Information & Reservations

Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend has partnered with several hotels to secure the best pricing for your stay in Ottawa. You can book now or through the confirmation page after your race registration has been completed. Details, including cancellation policies, are available with each hotel listing.

For answers to your Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) please visit the Registration Information page.