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Half Marathon
21.1 km
Edmonton Spring Challenge
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Road runs in Canada, Edmonton
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10 km
10 km
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5 km
5 km
About
A multi-distance running event series in Edmonton held in spring and fall, centered at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park with races including 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon; entry fee includes a t-shirt, finishers medal, and a post-race BBQ.
Catering & aid stations
Post-race BBQ and beverages provided by River Valley Adventure Co.; fruit and water at the finish; additional meals for friends/family available for purchase.
Pacers
Pacers will be featured for target finish times per start wave as indicated in the event schedule (9:30 am start for half marathon and longer efforts). Refer to the ‘Renntag for Laufende’ page for detailed pacer timing groups and pacerflaggen. Registration links include pace-band selection where applicable.
Results
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- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Edmonton
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan-6°-15°
↑ 08:43
↓ 16:44
Feb-6°-15°
↑ 07:55
↓ 17:44
Mar0°-10°
↑ 07:48
↓ 19:39
Apr9°-2°
↑ 06:33
↓ 20:36
May16°5°
↑ 05:33
↓ 21:29
Jun20°10°
↑ 05:05
↓ 22:06
Jul23°13°
↑ 05:25
↓ 21:56
Aug22°12°
↑ 06:15
↓ 21:03
Sep17°7°
↑ 07:09
↓ 19:51
Oct9°0°
↑ 08:03
↓ 18:38
Nov0°-8°
↑ 08:02
↓ 16:37
Dec-7°-15°
↑ 08:45
↓ 16:15
What's included in entry
- Race t-shirt
- Finishers medal
- Post-race BBQ
FAQ
What distances are offered?
5 km, 10 km, and half marathon (21.0975 km); marathon (42.195 km) listed on distance pages.
What is included in my entry fee?
Race t-shirt, finishers medal, and a post-race BBQ hosted by River Valley Adventure Co.
When and where does the race start?
Race day is September 27, 2026, starting at 9:30 am at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, 9999 Grierson Hill Rd, Edmonton, AB.
Are there aid stations?
Yes, water and fruit are available at the finish; additional beverages can be purchased from the River Valley Adventure Co. cafe.
Can I register for my kids?
Yes, there is a Junior event and the Athletic Alberta Mini Legends program with activity stations for children.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:25:27 AM
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