2026 MELISSA'S ROAD RACE

Melissa’s Road Race returns to Banff, AB on September 26, 2026. This long-running mountain event brings runners to the Banff Recreation Grounds for a day built around scenic racing in the Rockies. Choose from 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances on routes in and around Banff National Park. Expect a lively race-day atmosphere, community energy, and a course experience shaped by the park setting.

The course uses scenic routes in and around Banff National Park, with trail sections and a Banff Recreation Grounds finish area. Route maps and traffic guidance indicate a mountain-park course experience rather than a closed urban loop.

• Scenic Banff National Park setting
• 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon options
• Banff Recreation Grounds event site
• Trail-leaning routes with mountain scenery
• Strong community race-day atmosphere
• Post-race celebration and entertainment
• Long-sleeved commemorative race shirt