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Mississauga Marathon

Mississauga, ON
Sunday, April 25, 2027


  5 Stars from 3 Reviews

Course Description
The downhill Mississauga Marathon course loses approximately 250 feet from start to finish. There are some small hills around 10km and 30km. This downhill and flat course, coupled with relatively good temperatures on a typical race day, can lead to PRs and BQs for many runners. If the weather is cooler than normal and the humidity is low, the Mississauga Marathon can be one of the fastest courses in Canada and the United States.

The course starts at Mercer St. & Princess Royal Dr at Square One and makes its way west across the Credit River to Mississauga Road and then travels south for a stretch past the University of Toronto's Mississauga Campus, Mississaugua Golf and Country Club, and continues through residential neighborhoods, before winding along Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail, and finishing on the edge of Lake Ontario at Lakefront Promenade Park.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, April 25, 2027
2026: Sunday, April 26, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Downhill
Type: Point to Point
Surface: Road/Pavement

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

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 58°F (14°C)
Average High: 66°F (18°C)
Average Low: 51° F (10°C)

PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.31
Course Score: 99.31

Race Size

2026: 615 Finishers
2025: 611 Finishers
2024: 642 Finishers
2023: No Results
2022: 606 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 10.7%
2025: 10%
2024: 9.2%
2023: N/A
2022: 29.4%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: Yes




Mississauga Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Mississauga Marathon was the 11th largest marathon in Canada in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 14th largest marathon in Canada.

In 2026, 10.7% of Mississauga Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 10% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Mississauga Marathon ranked 11th among marathons in Canada in 2025 and currently ranks 5th so far in 2026. In Ontario, it ranked 6th in 2025 and 4th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Mississauga Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Mississauga Marathon has a Course Score of 99.31, ranking it as the 11th fastest marathon course in Canada and the 7th 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 Mississauga Marathon a PR Score of 99.31. The PR Score ranks the Mississauga Marathon as the 11th best marathon in Canada for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 7th best marathon for a PR in Ontario.

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

Mississauga Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed11th fastest marathon course in Canada
Ranked 7th fastest marathon course in Ontario
Top 35% Nationally#7 of 12 in Ontario
PR Potential11th best marathon for a Personal Record in Canada
Ranked 7th best marathon for a PR in Ontario
Top 35% Nationally#7 of 12 in Ontario
Boston Qualifier Rate11th highest BQ percentage in Canada
Ranked 6th highest BQ percentage in Ontario
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 37% Nationally#6 of 10 in Ontario
Race Size11th largest marathon in Canada
Ranked 4th largest marathon in Ontario
Based on 2025 results
Top 34% Nationally#4 of 11 in Ontario

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 530 feet (161m)
Min Elevation: 246 feet (75m)

Elevation Gain: 628 feet (191m)
Elevation Loss: 885 feet (269m)


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Course updated 04/20/2026




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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 3 reviews
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Great Race

Full Review:

I really enjoyed this race. It is well organized and has plenty of aid stations. It is well marked and not crowded at all for the full marathon if you prefer running in a smeller running field. There is some tricky hills that slowed me down in the last ten miles, makes me want to come back again next year and redeem myself.

Race Tips:

Don't get too carried away on the downhills in the beginning start conservatively and be prepared for the up hills during the last 15k

Travel/Logistics Tips:

If you're able to, stay in downtown Mississauga so you can walk to the start line
Reviewed by Brabbott About 2026

Full Review:

Definitely a great downhill for PBs and BQs. Very entertaining event too. Came for my run the first year but brought the whole family back the next to enjoy it.

Race Tips:

Scenic. Great race bag. Not normally concerned with that type of things for runs but this one was loaded. Some nice added value.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

http://mississaugamarathon.com/hotel-partners/

They do receive discounted rates from partner hotels and offer a free shuttle service.
Reviewed by DM About 2014

Full Review:

Fantastic course, very scenic, not too crowded, well organized. Totally enjoyable!

Race Tips:

The first 8 miles are noticeably downhill, whereas around mile 18 or 19 it feels like the inclines are bigger than they are, so pace yourself!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Taxis can cost you an arm and a leg if you don't know where to stay. I would recommend staying by the Square One Mall, which is the start line. There are also shuttles from the finish line back to Square One. This will save you a lot of $!
Reviewed by SL About 2013