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Apex 10K

Name: Apex 10K
Start: 2026-08-02
End: 2026-08-02
Location: Bells Corners

Bells Corners, Canada • 2 Aug 2026

Apex 5 & 10K Race

This is an in-person road running event held at 401 Corkstown Road, Ottawa, ON K2H 1C9. The races are officially timed and the event includes awards and post-race snacks for participants.

Distances offered:

5 km (timed)
10 km (timed)

A portion of registration fees supports OrKidstra, a charity that helps children access instruments and after-school programs. The event is listed as in person and shows a duration of 6 hours 30 minutes.

Ticket prices are listed between CAD 54.57 and CAD 64.17. The stated refund policy allows refunds up to 10 days before the event. Location details note access options by car, public transit, bicycle, and walking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Canada Ontario Bells Corners

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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