October 26 2025
SOLD OUT (except 1 km)
Don't miss the first edition of the Sun Life Half Marathon at parc Jean-Drapeau! With distances for all levels – 1 km, 5 km, 10 km, and 21.1 km.
Come and enjoy a unique experience running amidst the stunning fall colors, just minutes from downtown Montreal!
Event’s location
Espace 67
67 Chem. Macdonald, Montréal, QC H3C 6A3
Schedule
6:00 AM: Site opens
7:00 AM : Warming up with Idolem
7:45 AM: Start of the 21.1 km
9:45 AM: 21.1 km podium ceremony
11:00 AM: Start of the 10 km Run "Des Cœurs Battants" presented by the MHI Foundation and 5 km Run
11:05 AM: Start of the 10 km Walk "Des Cœurs Battants" presented by the MHI Foundation and 5 km Walk
11:30 AM: 5 km Run podium ceremony
11:50 AM: 5 km Walk podium ceremony
12:00 PM: 10 km Run podium ceremony "Des Cœurs Battants" presented by the MHI Foundation
12:30 AM: Start of the 1 km
12:30 PM: 10 km Walk podium ceremony "Des Cœurs Battants" presented by the MHI Foundation
12:50 PM: 1 km podium ceremony
2:00 PM: End of activities
Your registration includes
Delicious meals;
High-quality technical shirt* ((Starting September 26, 2025, the shirt costs $15 + tax);
Participation medal**;
Distinct medal for each age category;
Medal engraving offered by Sun Life;
Medal and prize ceremony on the podium for the top three winners;
Exhibitor hall;
Official chip timing;
Pace bunnies for the 5 km run, 10 km, and 21.1 km;
Activities and entertainment;
Photos.
*Except for participants who declined the shirt, selected the Express package, or registered for the 1 km.
**Except for participants who selected the Express package.
Race kit pick-up
Friday, October 24 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Address: Sports Experts, 930 Sainte-Catherine Street W, Montreal, QC H3B 1E2.
Sunday, October 26 starting at 6:00 a.m.
Address: 67 Macdonald Road, Montreal, QC H3C 6A3.
Parking
We encourage you to prioritize public transportation: Jean-Drapeau metro station is just a few minutes’ walk from the starting area.
You can also bike to the event! For more information, we invite you to visit the BIXI website.
Parking is very limited at Parc Jean-Drapeau, so we strongly recommend avoiding coming by car.
Baggage check
A secure area will be available to leave your personal belongings.
Toilets
Toilets will be located near the start and finish areas.
Water stations
Water and BRIX electrolyte sports drinks will be available every 3 km along the course, as well as at the start and finish areas. The electrolytes in this formula will help keep your body hydrated while reducing the risk of cramps and muscle fatigue.
Walkers
Walkers are welcome at our events for distances under 15 km. Additionally, there will be a distinct medal ceremony for the top male and female winners in this category. However, there are no age-category medals for walkers.
Race’s courses
The planned courses are subject to change at any time.
Click on the photos to enlarge
After the race
THE PARTICIPANTS' MEAL
A delicious full meal will be offered to all runners. Please note that your bib is required to collect your meal after the race.
An additional meal can be purchased for $10 at the food tent during the event.
RESULTS
The results will be available in real-time on SportStats.ca. Additionally, they will be displayed on-site on the day of the event.
MEDALS, PRIZES, AND PODIUM CEREMONY
After each race, there will be a medal ceremony on the podium. Distinct medals will be awarded to the top three men and top three women in each distance.
AGE GROUP MEDALS
Distinct medals will be offered to the 3 fastest men and women of each age group.
Age group divisions per race
5K – 10K – 21.1K
19 years old or under
20 – 29 years old
30 – 39 years old
40 – 49 years old
50 – 59 years old
60 – 69 years old
70 – 79 years
80 years and +
1K
0 – 5 years old
6 – 7 years old
8 – 9 years old
10 – 11 years old
