Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Yes, we gather all the bibs for those who purchased the Race Day Pickup option after regular Packet Pickup closes on Saturday because it is a common occurrence that people make arrangements or change their minds even though they have purchased the Race Day Pickup option.
All bibs are at Regular Packet Pickup until the close of Packet Pickup.
For the In-Person 30k and/or The Hammer Races — You must be at least 15 years of age on March 30, 2025 to participate.
For the In-Person 10K and 15K – You must be at least 12 years of age on March 30, 2025 to participate. For these race categories, we highly recommend an adult participate with registrants under 16 years of age.
There is no age restriction on the 5K. We highly recommend that children under the age of 12, participating in the 5K event, run with an adult.
When you pick up your race kit, you will receive your Hammer jacket and Hammer bib. When you finish the race, you will receive your Hammer medal. There is only one medal for this race category. The long-sleeved race shirt is not included for this race category.
Yes, but please place yourself in the appropriate corral to ensure the balanced flow of the race is maintained. Please see the Help Desk at the Packet Pickup to change your corral.
You are not automatically deferred to 2026. If you purchased the ATB+ Defer to 2026 option and would like to defer, you must email us by March 26, 2025 indicating you would like to redeem/exercise your option to defer. We can then remove you from this year’s race and confirm your deferral.
Complete details on the ATB+ Defer to 2026 Option Package here.
For the health and safety of all participants, it is important to have accurate information of actual participants and especially during emergency situations. Only official transfers during the transfer period will be allowed. A person who runs under someone else’s bib will be disqualified and may face suspension from future Bay Races.
The transfer period closed on March 9, 2025.
No race day transfers or registrations.
Complete transfer details here.
Bib numbers have now been assigned.
We are not hosting an Expo this year but several of our sponsors will be at Packet Pickup including:
You or a friend can pick up your packet (Bib and Shirt) at Packet Pick Up on Friday March 28 or Saturday, March 29.
To avoid the wrong packet being issued, please bring one of the following:
If picking up for someone, please have their bib numbers ready.
No Race Day pickup unless participant purchased the ATB+ Race Day Pickup Package.
