How it works

Race day, step by step

01

Create your account

Every participant makes an account with emergency contact and waiver details. No anonymous entries.

02

Build or join a team

Create a team and become captain, then share your team code (for example RAT-4821) so teammates can join.

03

Get your ticket

Pay securely by card. Your confirmation, receipt, registration number, and team instructions arrive by email.

04

Check in on race day

Scan in at event HQ. Your team gets a number and a team QR code used at checkpoints all day.

05

Your route unlocks

At the official start, your assigned route unlocks. Routes differ by team, so the city never bottlenecks.

06

Complete challenges

Read the clue, get to the location, scan the checkpoint QR code, and complete the mission with your team.

07

Submit proof

Upload a photo, video, or answer straight from your phone. It is reviewed automatically within seconds.

08

Score and climb

Approved submissions add points. Watch your rank move on the live leaderboard until the final whistle.

Scoring

How points work

Point values

Challenges are worth 50 to 300 points depending on difficulty, travel distance, and creativity required.

Bonuses

Secret missions, timed challenges, and full-route completion carry bonus points. Late submissions can carry penalties.

Verification

Every submission is reviewed automatically first. If anything is unclear or looks suspicious, a Race Across Toronto team member does a second review and can approve, reject, or request a resubmission.

Bring

What you need on the day

  • A charged phone with data, plus a power bank
  • A loaded PRESTO card or transit fare
  • Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
  • Water and a snack
  • Your team, in person, for photo challenges
  • Your account login for this website
Register your team