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Saturday, April 24th, 2027
106 Read Street, Merrickville ON
Half · 5K · 10K
36–56°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
30–54°F
dry
2025
39–67°F
rain
2024
30–47°F
rain
2023
37–50°F
dry
2022
39–62°F
dry
2021
41–64°F
dry
2020
28–49°F
dry
2019
40–48°F
dry
2018
42–65°F
dry
2017
34–53°F
dry
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About this race
Register today for the 12th Annual Merrickville Heritage Classic Saturday April 24, 2027! Run through the heart of our beautiful village on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal, earn a fantastic finisher medal, and experience the warm, welcoming atmosphere that has made this event a runner favorite for over a decade. Reconnect with old friends, meet new running buddies, and create unforgettable race-day memories in Merrickville. 🏅🏃♀️🏃♂️✨
Children 12 years and under:
- Blockhouse Run (2K): $15.00 flat rate
- Canal Run (5K): $20.00 flat rate
- Jewel of the Rideau Run (10K): $25.00 flat rate
- ** No discount applied to Virtual Runs **
- T-Shirt included in Registration Fee for 5K and 10K registrants ONLY
- T-Shirts are available for purchase for 2K runners
- T-shirts NOT available for Virtual runners
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