Scarborough 5K

Scarborough 5K is a grassroots community race held in Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, bringing people together for a 5K that feels as much like a celebration of place as it does a running event. Known by the slogan “Scarborough’s Very Own,” the race has become a distinctive fixture for local runners, walkers, families, and community teams, with an atmosphere built around neighbourhood pride, inclusion, and culture.

Set in Morningside Park, the course offers a more natural and community-driven experience than a typical downtown race, while the event itself is designed to welcome everyone from first-time participants to regular runners. With its emphasis on movement, connection, charity, and local identity, the Scarborough 5K stands out as one of Toronto’s more meaningful community-based race events.