2026 The Big Elf Run

The Big Elf Run returns to Vancouver, BC on December 12, 2026, bringing a festive holiday run to Stanley Park. It’s a seasonal favourite at Lumberman’s Arch, with race-day energy for runners, walkers, kids, and families. Choose from 1K, 5K, 10K, and 15K options, plus Kids Race and Walk entries. The course winds through Stanley Park with trails, seawall sections, and a relaxed, scenic route that suits a wide range of ages and abilities.

Starting at Lumberman’s Arch, the course travels through Stanley Park on a mix of trails and paved paths, including seawall sections and looped routes. The 10K uses two loops, and the route is described as low-incline and suitable for runners and walkers alike.

• Festive holiday run in Stanley Park
• Start and finish at Lumberman’s Arch
• 1K, 5K, 10K, and 15K options
• Kids Race and walk entries available
• Scenic route with trails and seawall views
• All-ages, family-friendly event feel
• Community-minded event with fundraising support