First Responder's Half Marathon 2025

This page is kept as a past race archive for the Oct 19, 2025 edition in Calgary, Alberta. Use the links below to find upcoming races in the same area or distance category.

The First Responders Half Marathon is an annual event held in multiple cities, including Calgary, to honor and raise awareness for first responders and the challenges they face. The event supports the Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division, and the Centre for Suicide Prevention.

Participants receive a commemorative t-shirt, finisher medal, chip timing with live updates, post-race snacks, and eligibility for draw prizes. The race offers multiple distances including a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and a 1K Fun Run, taking place on a scenic road course with aid stations available along the route.

• Half Marathon: 21 km road race starting at 10:00 AM
• 10K Run: 10 km road race starting at 10:30 AM
• Frontline 5KM: 5 km road race starting at 11:00 AM
• 1KM Fun Run: 1 km road race starting at 11:00 AM
• Team events available for 21K and 10K distances

• Commemorative t-shirt
• Finisher medal
• Chip timing with live updates
• Post-race snacks
• Eligibility for draw prizes
• Aid stations on course
• Picture ID required at check-in
• Participants under 18 require parental consent