WINDSOR WATERFRONT HALF MARATHON & 5KM 2025

The Windsor Waterfront Half Marathon & 5K is a premier event designed to showcase Windsor as a top destination for big city races. This out-and-back, timed, and certified course offers an energy-filled, runner’s dream experience.

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Runners can expect scenic views of the Detroit skyline, historic landmarks, and waterfront parks while enjoying a festive atmosphere with music, spectators, and cheering crowds.

• Out-and-back certified course on road surface
• Start with Detroit skyline on the left, heading east along Riverside Drive
• First turn-around under Hiram Walker distillery with music and spectators
• Pass start line again for spectator boost
• Westward run under Ambassador Bridge
• Second turn-around at music-filled archway with cheering crowd
• Runner interaction with opposite-side high-fives
• Final stretch downhill toward waterfront to finish line at Festival Plaza

• Start in front of Caesars Windsor casino and hotel
• Scenic views of the Detroit skyline
• Run along fully closed Riverside Drive and waterfront parks
• Pass by the famous Hiram Walker distillery (Canadian Club Whisky, JP Wiser’s, Polar Ice Vodka)
• Energetic turn-around points with spectators, music, and cheer
• Run underneath the Ambassador Bridge into historic Sandwich town
• Finish downhill toward Festival Plaza with a waterfront view