SudburyROCKS 2026

SudburyROCKS 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. The event takes place on paved public roads, with the central hub located at Minto Street beside Tom Davies Square (200 Brady Street). Late May in Greater Sudbury typically brings mild spring conditions, though participants should prepare for variable weather including temperatures that can range from cool mornings to pleasant afternoons, along with the possibility of spring showers. The event offers a diverse range of road racing options, including marathon distances for runners and walkers, relay teams, shorter community runs, and a dedicated race for children.

What are the available race categories and start times?

• →6:00 AM — Marathon Walk (42.2km)
• →7:55 AM — Marathon Run (42.2km) & Marathon Relay
• →7:55 AM — Steve's Half Marathon Run/Walk (21.1km)
• →8:05 AM — 1km Kids Race
• →8:35 AM — The Perdue Family Lise's 10km Run/Walk
• →9:00 AM — 5km Run/Walk & Family 5km

What are the race course details and distances?

• →1km Kids Race: Short course for children
• →5km Run/Walk: Single loop course starting and finishing at Minto Street
• →10km Run/Walk: Single loop course starting and finishing at Minto Street
• →Half Marathon (21.1km): Fully certified single loop course (ON-2014-018-BDC)
• →Full Marathon (42.2km): Fully certified Boston Qualifier course (ON-2014-019-BDC) consisting of 2 laps of the half marathon course
• →Marathon Relay: 8-leg relay covering the marathon course (4 legs per loop)

What is the schedule for race kit pick-up and the EXPO?

• →Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
• →Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• →Venue: École Secondaire Du Sacré-Coeur, 261 Notre Dame Ave, Sudbury ON
• →Items included: All participants must collect their bibs (including timing chips) and T-shirts at the EXPO.
• →Relay Teams: Only one team member (captain or designate) needs to attend to collect all team bibs, T-shirts, and the ankle bracelet.
• →Kids Race: Registration for the 1km race also takes place at the EXPO (note: no T-shirt is provided for the kids' race).

What amenities and aid stations are provided on the course?

• →Water Stations: Located every 2–3km providing water and electrolyte drinks
• →Nutrition: Gels are provided at two stations (available for the second lap of the marathon only)
• →Sanitation: Porta potties are available at the start/finish line and along each route

What are the time limits for the different races?

• →1km Kids Race: 15 minutes
• →5km and 10km: 2 hours 15 minutes (pace cutoff of 13.5 min/km)
• →Half Marathon: 6 hours
• →Full Marathon Run & Relay: 6 hours
• →Full Marathon Walk: 8 hours (course closes at 2:00 PM)

What are the key race rules and equipment restrictions?

• →Bibs: Must be worn on the front, outside all clothing, by the registered participant only; no alterations or transfers are permitted.
• →Marathon Relay: Uses a transferable ankle bracelet chip that must be returned after the race.
• →Prohibited Items: Pets, skateboards, bicycles, rollerblades, and motorized chairs are not allowed.
• →Allowed Equipment: Baby joggers/strollers are permitted but must start at the rear of the pack.
• →Wheelchairs: Only non-motorized wheelchairs are allowed, and they are restricted to the 5km event only and must start at the rear.