The Emerald Mile is a festive, one-mile race through the heart of Ottawa's most iconic streets — and in 2026, it coincides with the city's first St. Patrick's Day Parade since 2019, making this inaugural Run Ottawa event truly unforgettable.

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The race starts at the Supreme Court of Canada on Wellington Street and follows the parade route past Parliament Hill, across the Rideau Canal, along Sussex Drive and York Street, finishing in the historic ByWard Market. Come dressed in your best green for a one-mile lap through the capital at its most celebratory.

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Distances include the adult 1-mile race and a kids' run for younger participants (ages 5-12). All participants registered by February 27 receive personalized race bibs; chip timing and post-race refreshments are included for everyone. The Emerald Mile is presented in partnership with the Irish Society of the National Capital Region. Run Ottawa members receive one complimentary entry plus 10% off additional events.

• Start: Supreme Court of Canada, 301 Wellington Street
• Route follows the St. Patrick's Day Parade: Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal, Sussex Drive, York Street
• Finish: ByWard Market area
• Kids run starts at 11:00 AM; adult 1-mile race starts at 11:30 AM
• Personalized bibs for registrations completed by February 27

• One-mile race through Ottawa's most iconic streets past Parliament Hill and into the ByWard Market
• Coincides with Ottawa's St. Patrick's Day Parade (first since 2019)
• Kids' run for ages 5-12
• Start at the Supreme Court of Canada on Wellington Street
• Come dressed in green for a festive St. Patrick's Day atmosphere
• Presented with the Irish Society of the National Capital Region
• Personalized bibs, chip timing, and post-race refreshments included