The Waterloo 10 KM Classic, established in 1978, is the oldest and largest 10k race in Waterloo Region. This popular summer event unites families and the running community with live bands, great food, prizes, finisher medals, and a supportive atmosphere. Since 2016, University of Waterloo Athletics has hosted the race and raised funds for causes including the Athletics Development Fund.

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The event offers multiple race distances over two days, encouraging runners of all ages and abilities to participate in a scenic course around the Columbia Icefield at the University of Waterloo.

* 10 KM: Sunday 8:30 a.m., water stations at 2.5k, 5k, and 7.5k * 3 KM: Sunday 8:30 a.m., water station at 1.75k * 5 KM: Saturday 6:00 p.m., water station at 3k * 200m Kids Run: Sunday 10:15 a.m., small loop from finish line * Course marked and marshaled; participants responsible for knowing the course * 10 mins per km time limit; participants behind cutoff asked to continue as pedestrians

• Event at Columbia Icefield, University of Waterloo
• Dates: June 14 & 15, 2025
• Multiple race distances: 10k, 5k, 3k, 200m, Big Dipper, Little Dipper
• Live bands, great food, prizes, and finisher medals
• Hosted by University of Waterloo Athletics, fundraising for Athletics Development Fund
• Race capacity approx. 1,500 participants
• Supportive running community atmosphere