
2025 Solstice 5K - Ottawa
Date
June 20, 2025
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
Events
The Solstice 5K is an annual event celebrating the longest day of the year by racing against the sunset. Participants run along the historic Rideau Canal, starting and finishing near Lansdowne Park. All participants receive a pair of New Balance Fuel Cell Pvlse V1 running shoes and a finisher medal.
The 5K course is an out-and-back route along Queen Elizabeth Drive towards Dow's Lake, with course marshals at the turnaround point. Runners should be aware that the pathway is shared with the public, including cyclists and rollerbladers.
The 5K course is an out-and-back route along Queen Elizabeth Drive towards Dow's Lake, with course marshals at the turnaround point. Runners should be aware that the pathway is shared with the public, including cyclists and rollerbladers.
Race Schedule
Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing
Solstice 2025 - 5K Virtual
Run or walk 5K anytime, anywhere to celebrate the solstice and receive exclusive event perks.
Virtual
Boston Qualifier
Solstice 2025 - 5K Run/Walk
Celebrate the summer solstice by racing the sunset along Ottawa's historic Rideau Canal in a festive 5K road event.
Road
Boston Qualifier
Course Details
- 5K out-and-back course along Queen Elizabeth Drive towards Dow's Lake
- Start and finish near Lansdowne Park
- Course marshals located at turnaround
- Shared pathway with cyclists and rollerbladers
- Road race surface
- Start and finish near Lansdowne Park
- Course marshals located at turnaround
- Shared pathway with cyclists and rollerbladers
- Road race surface
Race Highlights
- Receive a pair of New Balance Fuel Cell Pvlse V1 running shoes
- Finisher medal for all participants
- Celebrate the longest day of the year with a race against the sunset
- Finisher medal for all participants
- Celebrate the longest day of the year with a race against the sunset
RACE DAY COUNTDOWN
175
Days
175
Hours
175
Minutes
Date
June 20, 2025
Season
Summer (June-August)
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
Avg Temp
Warm (20-30°C)
Avg Humidity