Race Day Schedule
Everything happening on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Last updated: May 23, 2026
Full Day Timeline
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Bib Pickup Opens at Venue
Last chance to collect your race kit at the venue. We strongly recommend picking up Friday at Runner's Den Burlington (Brant Street) or Saturday at Mercedes-Benz Oakville (South Service Road) to keep race morning smooth.
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Road Closures Begin
Lakeshore Road remains open. Access roads into the park (Bronte Road and Jones Nelson) will be closed from Lakeshore. Please plan alternate routes and arrive early.
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Warm-Up & Bag Drop
Warm up with fellow runners on the festival grounds. Bag drop available near the start line.
- Festival
Festival Opens — Food Vendors & Expo
The Father's Day Waterfront Festival kicks off. Food vendors, Fortinos refreshments, and the full vendor market are open. Come hungry.
- Race
Speak Squad Kids 1K Fun Run
The day's first race! Young runners take to the waterfront course for a non-timed, fun-first run. Every child gets a finisher medal. Parents welcome to run alongside. Registration required — not included with 5K entry.
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5K Race Start
The inaugural Mercedes-Benz Oakville Bronte Harbour Classic 5K begins. Chip-timed, flat waterfront course. All ages and abilities welcome. Time limit: 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Vendor Market
50+ local businesses, artisans, and specialty vendors. Browse, shop, and support local.
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Kids Zone Opens
Jumping castle, face painting, games, and activities — running until 3:00 PM. Kids who finished the 1K and families whose runners just crossed the 5K finish line, this is your next stop.
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Prize Presentations & Awards
Overall and age group awards presented at the main stage. $1,600 in cash prizes and ON Running shoes for podium finishers. Stick around and cheer on the people who earned it.
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Road Closures End
Access roads reopen to traffic. The festival continues on the park grounds through 3:00 PM.
- Entertainment
Live Bands on the Main Stage
Local bands take over the main stage with a mix of music to suit every mood — something to dance to, something to sit on the grass with, something to let the morning unfold to. Lake Ontario as the backdrop. Pull up a blanket, grab a drink, and settle in.
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Beer Garden Opens
Nickelbrook Brewing Company beer garden is open for adults 19+. Craft beer, RTDs, and cold drinks on the harbour through 3:00 PM.
- Entertainment
Mercedes-Benz Grand Prize Draw
One of the biggest moments of the festival — Mercedes-Benz Oakville takes the main stage for the grand prize draw. You must be present to win. Plan your day around this.
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Festival Ends
Thank you for celebrating Father's Day at Bronte Harbour. See you next year!
Important Notes
Arrive early. We recommend arriving by 7:00 AM if you are running the 5K to allow time for parking and warm-up. Bib pickup: Friday June 19 at Runner's Den Burlington (Brant Street), Saturday June 20 at Mercedes-Benz Oakville (South Service Road), or race morning from 6:30 AM at the venue.
Road closures. Lakeshore Road remains open. Access roads into the park — Bronte Road and Jones Nelson — will be closed from Lakeshore starting at 6:45 AM and reopen at 10:00 AM. Plan alternate routes accordingly.
Parking. Free limited parking is available at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. All street parking in the area is free on Sundays, with additional spaces available nearby. We will provide additional parking locations closer to the event as race day approaches. Please do not park in private lots such as commercial plazas or the Farm Boy grocery parking area. Parking is at your own risk.
Weather. The event runs rain or shine. Check back closer to race day for weather-specific updates.
Schedule may change. Times are approximate and subject to adjustment. Follow @bronteharbourclassic for real-time updates on race day.