The Ancaster Mill Race takes place on June 2, 2026, in Ancaster/Hamilton, Ontario and is organized by Hamilton Marathon. This one-day community event centers on short-distance participation aimed at families and local runners who want a relaxed, outdoorsy race experience in the heart of Ancaster.

The primary offering for 2026 is a 1K Kids Fun Run — a short, free event designed for children to take part in a safe, measured run. Start times for the kids' race are listed as TBC; all activity is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2. The format keeps logistics simple: a single, family-focused distance on a weekday evening that encourages local families and youth running groups to join.

What sets Ancaster Mill Race apart is its mill-site setting and community emphasis. Runners and spectators gather near the Ancaster Mill area (385 Jerseyville Road West) and enjoy a course framed by lush scenery and park-like surroundings. The event emphasizes camaraderie, healthy activity and an accessible entry point for kids to experience a race atmosphere. Hamilton Marathon’s involvement brings local race experience and a focus on community engagement rather than competitive spectacle.

Registration for the 1K Kids Fun Run is free; families and youth leaders can register children to reserve a spot. Entrants should check organizer communications for final start-time confirmations as race day approaches.

- **Free kids' race:** 1K Kids Fun Run with no entry fee
- **Organized by Hamilton Marathon:** local race promoter running an Ancaster community event
- **Scenic mill-site setting:** course takes place around the Ancaster Mill grounds and nearby park-like surroundings
- **Family-focused format:** single short distance aimed at children and family participation