42.2K
42.2K
Sun, Sep 20 · 7:30 AM
42.2K
- Past race
- Road
2026 Run for a Reason - Inter Pipeline Fort McMurray Marathon
- MacDonald Island Park, Fort McMurray, AB
Hosted byRegional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo
About 2026 Run for a Reason - Inter Pipeline Fort McMurray Marathon
The 2026 Run for a Reason - Inter Pipeline Fort McMurray Marathon takes over Fort McMurray, AB on Sunday, September 20, 2026. This community event is staged at MacDonald Island Park, bringing runners and supporters together for a full day of race-day energy. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, 3K and Kid’s Fun Run options, with a fundraising program that gives local charities and non-profits a way to be part of the event. It’s a strong mix of distance variety, community spirit and a memorable race-day setting.
Distances and events
21.1K
21.1K
Sun, Sep 20 · 8:00 AM
10K
10K
Sun, Sep 20 · 8:30 AM
5K
5K
Sun, Sep 20 · 10:00 AM
3K
3K
Sun, Sep 20 · 11:00 AM
Prices from the organizer. Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing.
Highlights
Marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, 3K and Kid’s Fun Run options
Staged at MacDonald Island Park in Fort McMurray
Community-focused event with a Run for a Reason fundraising program
Family-friendly race-day atmosphere
Suitable for runners chasing a marathon build or a shorter distance
A well-known fall event in the Fort McMurray running calendar
Course
- Surface
- Road
- Venue
- MacDonald Island Park
- Address
- 1 C. A. Knight Way, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 5C5, Canada
- Location
- Fort McMurray, AB
Course details
Runners can expect a road race from MacDonald Island Park, with the marathon route mapped from the event venue in Fort McMurray. The event includes on-course entertainment and finish-line photos, plus a lively start/finish-area experience for runners and spectators.
Venue location
MacDonald Island Park · 1 C. A. Knight Way, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 5C5, Canada. This map shows the venue, not the course route.
About the organizer
Organizer
Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo
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Last updated: October 2, 2026
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