21.1K
Half Marathon
Sun, Sep 27 · 10:00 AM
$88.25
21.1K
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- 5K
- Half Marathon
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Run the River Fall Challenge 2026
- Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, Edmonton, AB
Hosted byAlberta Run the River
About Run the River Fall Challenge 2026
Run the River Fall Challenge returns Sunday, September 27, 2026 at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park in Edmonton. Athletics Alberta's fall edition offers 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances on river valley pathways, with a post-race BBQ included in entry.
Half marathon starts at 10:00 a.m., 10K at 10:10 a.m., and 5K at 10:20 a.m. An early half marathon start at 9:30 a.m. is available for runners expecting over 2.5 hours. For Edmonton road races, it's a scenic fall river valley event.
Distances and events
10K
10K
Sun, Sep 27 · 10:10 AM
$72.10
5K
5K
Sun, Sep 27 · 10:20 AM
$72.10
Prices from the organizer. Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing.
Highlights
Sunday, September 27, 2026 at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
5K, 10K, and half marathon on river valley pathways
Half marathon 10:00 a.m.; 10K 10:10 a.m.; 5K 10:20 a.m.
Post-race BBQ included (River Valley Adventure Company)
Legendary Juniors event for ages 5–12 on site
Package pickup at Fast Trax Run and Ski Shop Sep 26
Course
- Surface
- Road
- Venue
- Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
- Address
- 9999 Grierson Hill Rd, Edmonton, AB
- Location
- Edmonton, AB
Course details
All distances start and finish at Louise McKinney Riverfront Park (lower level), heading east into Dawson Park. The 5K is an out-and-back; 10K and half marathon use multi-lap routes with a turn point 700 m from the finish.
Venue location
Louise McKinney Riverfront Park · 9999 Grierson Hill Rd, Edmonton, AB. This map shows the venue, not the course route.
About the organizer
Organizer
Alberta Run the River
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Details checked September 20, 2026
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