The Boxing Day 10 & 4 mile run is historic running race that is staged out of the YMCA in Hamilton. Canada's best runners have run this event.
The Boxing Day 10 mile run and now 4 mile run has been staged out of the YMCA in downtown Hamilton since 1920. The event is open to runners and walkers of all abilities. With indoor registration, refreshments and awards, and change rooms with showers available to entrants. A cash purse attracts the top runners of the area. We think that once you come out to participate you will be back. Looking forward to 2010 and the 100th running of the event.
01/11/2026
Great race good speed workout for around the bay 30km
There is still time to register for the Robbie Burns Road Race!
Winner of "Best Winter Event" by Get Out There Magazine.
Custom Finishers' Medals | Chip-Timed Results | Award for Best Costume
Free Bag Check | Awards | Bagels and Porridge after the race.
Go to www.burlingtonrunners.com to register
12/27/2025
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Thanks so much to everyone who came along to our Boxing Day race, whether you were racing or on the sidelines cheering everyone along. We are always striving to improve our event experience and would greatly appreciate it if you could let us know your thoughts & maybe upload a few event pics too!
https://racecheck.com/races/boxing-day-10-4-mile-runs/review/
We love to read your race stories and look forward to seeing you at the next race!
12/25/2025
Same day race registration opens at 10:00 am, come out and get out and move your body.
12/24/2025
Final reminder: Registration for the Boxing Day Run closes soon. Don't miss your last opportunity to receive a complimentary hoodie Visit
BOXING DAY RUNS DECEMBER 26, 2025 NOON START Boxing Day 10 & 4 mile runs
12/19/2025
Weather is looking good for next week. Pre -register to get this great hoodie. While quantities last, enough for first 500. www.boxingdayrun.ca
We’re gearing up for this year’s Boxing Day Race — a proud Hamilton tradition — and we’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make it another amazing event! 🥳🏃♂️🏃♀️
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Volunteer Roles Needed:
• Course Marshals — Guide and cheer on participants
• Water Stations — Hand out water and encourage runners
• Registration — Assist with check-in
• Finish Line Support — Help with medals and refreshments
• Lead Car/Bike — Guide runners along the course
• End-of-Race Monitor — Follow the last participant to ensure everyone finishes safely
Commitment: ~3–4 hours on race day
Location: Start/finish at King William & Hughson Street, indoor activities at the Downtown YMCA
🎉 Post-Race Celebration: All volunteers are invited to a celebration at The Pheasant Plucker (20 Augusta Street)!
Interested? Reply with your name, contact info, and preferred role(s), and we’ll send final details and shift times closer to race day.
Thank you for supporting our community and keeping this Hamilton tradition strong
11/25/2025
11/09/2025
First snow of the season in Hamilton. Time to think about registering for Boxing Day. I am watching the kids across the street build a snowman.
10/29/2025
First 500 participants will receive this beautiful hoodie. Also all finishers will receive finishers medals.
Visit our website to register.
I pleased to announce Lamont Law as our Race title sponsor. It is going to be a different race this year. Stay tuned for more updates.
FYI registration is open.
12/21/2025