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Georgina Spring Fling Marathon

Georgina, ON
Sunday, May 3, 2026


  5 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
he Spring Fling Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km and 5km all run along the shore of Lake Simcoe. All events start at De La Salle Park. Runners turn left onto Lake Road and run an out and back course. The courses are fast, flat and scenic and run along a quiet road with lots of shade and views of stunning properties.





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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Sunday, May 3, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Multiple Out and Backs
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 52°F (11°C)
Average High: 63°F (17°C)
Average Low: 42° F (5°C)


PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.55
Course Score: 99.55


Race Size

2026: 335 Finishers
2025: 236 Finishers
2024: 161 Finishers
2023: 115 Finishers
2022: No Results
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 21.5%
2025: 25.4%
2024: 29.2%
2023: 29.6%
2022: N/A
2021: N/A


Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes






Georgina Spring Fling Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Georgina Spring Fling Marathon was the 18th largest marathon in Canada in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 26th largest marathon in Canada.

In 2026, 21.5% of Georgina Spring Fling Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 25.4% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Georgina Spring Fling Marathon ranked 1st among marathons in Canada in 2025 and currently ranks 1st so far in 2026. In Ontario, it ranked 1st in 2025 and 1st so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Georgina Spring Fling Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.


The Georgina Spring Fling Marathon has a Course Score of 99.55, ranking it as the 6th fastest marathon course in Canada and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Ontario.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Georgina Spring Fling Marathon a PR Score of 99.55. The PR Score ranks the Georgina Spring Fling Marathon as the 6th best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 3rd best marathon for a PR in Ontario.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Georgina Spring Fling Marathon compares with other marathons in Canada and Ontario for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Georgina Spring Fling Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed6th fastest marathon course in Canada
Ranked 3rd fastest marathon course in Ontario
Top 20% Nationally#3 of 12 in Ontario
PR Potential6th best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada
Ranked 3rd best marathon for a PR in Ontario
Top 20% Nationally#3 of 12 in Ontario
Boston Qualifier Rate1st highest BQ percentage in Canada
Ranked 1st highest BQ percentage in Ontario
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 4% Nationally#1 of 10 in Ontario
Race Size18th largest marathon in Canada
Ranked 8th largest marathon in Ontario
Based on 2025 results
Top 59% Nationally#8 of 11 in Ontario

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 762 feet (232m)
Min Elevation: 721 feet (219m)

Elevation Gain: 227 feet (69m)
Elevation Loss: 227 feet (69m)


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Course updated 05/13/2026





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