Classique Jacques-Cartier 2026

The Classique Jacques-Cartier is an autumn road race in Quebec City, offering distances of 1 km, 2.5 km, 5 km, and 10 km. It begins at the Grand Marché de Québec, suitable for runners seeking a short family distance or a standard 5K or 10K. The route proceeds from the market towards the Saint-Charles River, passing the Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site. The finish line is at Cartier-Brébeuf, approximately 700 meters from the start. The race's Jacques Cartier theme connects to the site and includes a reference to the Grande Hermine. Athlétisme Québec is the organizer.