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. Steveston Icebreaker (8k)
When
Sunday January 14, 2024, 9:00 am
Where
Imperial Landing, Steveston, Richmond
Contact
Jared Hulme icebreaker8k@gmail.com
Fees
$40 by Nov 30, $50 by Jan 12, $60 at packet pick up;
Features
Inside post-race expo with snacks, drinks, pizza and draw prizes headline the indoor post-race festivities. Run through historic Steveston with scenic views of the harbour alongside the beautiful Fraser Arm river bank on this flat and fast course. Also had a 1k kid run and is a fundraiser for KidSport.
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. BMO Saint Patrick’s Day (5k)
When
Saturday March 16, 2024, 9:30 am
Where
Stanley Park Pavilion, Vancouver
Contact
Karen Warrendorf info@stpatricks5k.com
Fees
$45 by Jan. 31, $50 by Feb. 29, $55 by Mar. 11; BC Athletics members deduct $3.
Features
The race has a fast and scenic loop of Stanley Park Seawall. All with an Irish theme; post-race party with great food, green beer, DJ and lots of FUN and prizes. Cash prizing including course record bonus. In support of Canadian Diabetes. Prize for best green costume. Also part of the BC Super Series
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. Vancouver Sun Run (10k)
When
Sunday April 21, 2024, 9:00 am
Where
BC Place, Vancouver
Contact
Tim Hopkins info@vancouversunrun.com
Fees
$54
Features
The Vancouver Sun Run has been Canada’s largest 10k road race since its inception in 1985, and is currently the third-largest timed 10k in North America. Lots of post-race food options, kids race, team competition, race t-shirt and more.
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. BMO Vancouver Marathon (21.1k)
When
Sunday May 5, 2024, 7:00 am
Where
Queen Elizabeth Park – Midlothian Avenue, Vancouver
Contact
Eric Chene info@runvan.org 604-872-2928
Fees
$119.00 16yrs+. Exclusive technical race shirt, finisher medal, on-course services, timed results, more!
Features
After record numbers in 2023, this is a race you do not want to miss. The annual event brings together runners from all over the world and is Vancouver largest half marthon. Entry includes race shirt, finisher’s medal, $25 gift card, free gear check, expo, post-race hot food and entertainment.
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. The Longest Day (5k)
When
Friday June 14, 2024, 6:45 pm
Where
Thunderbird Stadium, UBC, Vancouver
Contact
Graeme Fell longestday@thunderbirdstrack.org 604-266-8879
Fees
$40 by April 15, $45 by May 31, $50 by June 14; 18yrs under deduct $10, 55yrs+ deduct $5.
Features
One Vancouver’s only evening race and best post-race eats, this is event worth the price of admission; 10k distance (7:00) and Subway Kids Mile (6:30) also offered — not part of series. Post-race BBQ/party with music, hot dogs, burgers, veggie burgers, fruit, veggies, desserts and drinks, other goodies and a beer garden. In support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank.
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. Vancouver Half Marathon (21.1k)
When
Sunday June 23, 2024, 7:30 am
Where
UBC to Kitsilano, Vancouver
Contact
Kri Shier crswest@canadarunningseries.com
Fees
$85 (21K) and $50 (5K) until April 18.
Features
Scenic downhill course starting at UBC, down through Spanish Banks, and finishing in Kitsilano. Generous cash prizing up for grabs; custom finisher medals & great runner swag. There is a 5k and kids races also offered (not part of the series) & other virtual options. Also part of the Athletics Canada Road Race Label series and BC Super Series.
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. VFAC Summerfast (10k)
When
Saturday July 6, 2024, 7:30 am
Where
Ceperley Picnic Area at Second Beach, Stanley Park, Vancouver
Contact
Kyle Kimura racedirector@vfac.ca
Fees
$35 by March 14, $45 by June 5, and $55 by July 2.
Features
Scenic and fast, flat course through Stanley Park and around the seawall. Post-race brunch featuring delicious home-baked goods, fresh fruit and Starbucks coffee. Great draw prizes. Cash prizing to top men and women (open and masters) as well as course record bonus. Fundraiser for Vancouver Falcons Athletic Club.
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. Run Surrey Run (5k)
When
Sunday September 8, 2024, 9:00 am
Where
Holland Park, Surrey
Contact
Gurjinder Bhurji info@runsurreyrun.com
Fees
TBD
Features
One of the Lower Mainland’s newest races and the only road race in Surrey, mark this event on your 2024 calendar as one not to miss. The fast and scenic course goes through the heart of Surrey’s downtown sector, by City Hall and around the beautiful Holland Park. The race also offers a 10km and t-shirt option. More info to come.
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. Under Armour Eastside (10k)
When
Sunday September 22, 2024, 8:30 am
Where
Cordova St at Abbott Street, Vancouver
Contact
Kri Shier crswest@canadarunningseries.com
Fees
$50 by April 19, $60 by August 1
Features
Start/finish on Cordova St at Abbott, beside the Woodward’s Development. Out and back through the eastside of Vancouver, touring Gastown while supporting great Eastside Charities. Canadian, BC, Open and Masters prize money. A top class showing of Canada’s elite runners, part of the Canada Running Series. Also part of the Canada Running Series and BC Super Series.
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. Great Trek (10k)
When
Saturday October 26, 2024, 8:30 am
Where
University of British Columbia , Vancouver
Contact
Eric Chene info@runvan.org
Fees
$55.00 13yrs+. Great Trek Toque included.
Features
The Great Trek runs through and around the historic University of British Columbia. With scenic views, post-race hot food, and an indoor awards ceremony, this is the perfect race to end your season. There is also 5k and half marathon but they are not a part of the series. Entry includes finisher’s medal, $25 gift card, free gear check, expo, post-race hot food and entertainment.
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