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Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, 10km & 5km 2027
- Centennial Park, Canmore, AB
Hosted byCanmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
About Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, 10km & 5km 2027
The Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, 10km & 5km returns on Sunday, September 12, 2027, with every race starting and finishing at Centennial Park in Canmore, Alberta. Organized by Ascent Events in support of the Embrace International Foundation, it offers a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a free kids race.
The half marathon winds through woodlands, beside mountain streams, and through a historic mine site on a mix of asphalt, gravel, and wide trail. The 10K loops through town and out along the Bow River with views of Ha Ling Peak and the Three Sisters, and the 5K is a fast, flat course in the middle of Canmore. Every finisher receives a locally made wooden medal. Registration for 2027 opens in January. Browse more races in Canmore.
Pick your distance
10K
10K
Sun, Sep 12 · 8:45 AM · 2.5 hr limit
Open10K
Kids Race
Kids OnlySun, Sep 12 · 11:00 AM
Open5K
5K
Sun, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM · 2 hr limit
Open
Prices from the organizer. Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing.
Highlights
Sunday, September 12, 2027 in Canmore, Alberta
Start and finish at Centennial Park
Half marathon starts 8:00 AM (2 hours or less) and 8:15 AM
10K starts 8:45 AM in two waves; 5K starts 9:00 AM
Free kids race at 11:00 AM
Locally made wooden finisher medal for every distance
Supports the Embrace International Foundation
Course
- Venue
- Centennial Park
- Location
- Canmore, AB
Course details
Half marathon: woodland paths, mountain streams, and a historic mine site, on a mix of asphalt, gravel, and some wide trail with several short climbs and winding sections. Expect a gradual incline and decline of roughly 70 m through the second half. The route includes two laps of the Three Sisters river pathway section. There are five aid stations, and the course-support time limit is 3 hours.
10K: a loop from central Canmore through town and along the Bow River on asphalt and high-quality gravel trail. It is quite flat, with three water stations on course and a 2.5-hour time limit.
5K: a fast, very flat course in the middle of Canmore with a 2-hour time limit.
Kids race: free, on the Centennial Park running track. Ages 3 to 5 run one lap and ages 6 to 8 run two laps.
Things to know
Race-day logistics
- No dogs or strollers on course.
- Earbuds are not permitted; bone-conduction headphones are allowed.
- Time limits: half marathon 3 hours, 10K 2.5 hours, 5K 2 hours.
- Unsecured bag drop at the volunteer tent in the start/finish area.
Bib pickup
Calgary: Strides Running Store (Marda Loop), Thursday, September 9, 2 to 6 PM, and Friday, September 10, 10 AM to 6 PM. Canmore: Lawrence Grassi Middle School, Saturday, September 11, 10 AM to 4 PM, and race morning, Sunday, September 12, 7:15 to 8:45 AM (arrive at least 45 minutes before your start).
Refunds and transfers
No refunds, transfers, or registration sales. Distance downgrades can be requested by email.
About the organizer
Organizer
Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
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Last updated: October 1, 2026
