10K races near Vaughan

The Art In Motion 10K/5K/2K is a fall race weekend held at Boyd Conservation Area in Vaughan, Ontario. It offers in-person 10K, 5K, and 2K races, along with a virtual option for those unable to attend. This event is in its tenth year and benefits the SickKids Foundation, the Division of Rheumatology at SickKids Hospital in Toronto, and the Dr. Bonnie Cameron Post-Secondary Scholarship. The race takes place in Boyd Conservation Park, located on Islington Avenue near Woodbridge and Kleinburg. A VIP finish is connected to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Runners, families, and supporters gather for the event, which focuses on fundraising for children with arthritis. Participants can direct their contributions to either SickKids or the scholarship fund, with incentives like free entry or a VIP swag bag available for top fundraisers.

The Beneva Mississauga Marathon takes place in Mississauga each spring, offering a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The marathon course is known for its speed, qualifying runners for Boston, and appeals to those aiming for a standard as well as participants seeking a shorter city race. With over twenty years of history, the event emphasizes health, commitment, and community, extending beyond just the marathon distance. The course winds through Mississauga's core, featuring the city centre, the Credit River environs, and the University of Toronto campus. An official app allows spectators to send Cheer Zone messages and track participants in real-time. Runners can access course maps, race information, and updates within the same application. The variety of distances unites marathoners, half marathoners, 10K and 5K runners, families, and local spectators for a shared race weekend.