Frequently Asked Questions

Are there aid stations on the course?

Yes! Runners in the 5km will encounter one aid station, 10km runners will find 2 aid stations, and half marathon runners will run past aid stations 5 times along the route. These aid stations will have water, electrolyte drink, and porta-potties. The finish line will also have a water station, first-aid, post-race food, and porta potties.

Where is the best parking?

·  Downtown parking lots accessed from 7th Street and 9th Street (payment required) – 5 minute walk to Centennial Park

·  Residential streets north of 10th Street, (no payment required) – 10 minute walk to Centennial Park

·  Millennium Park, 1 Street and 5 Avenue, (no payment required) - 6 minute walk to Centennial Park

·  Canmore Recreation Centre, 1900 8 Avenue, (no payment required) – 15 minutes walk to Centennial Park

·  Elevation Place and gravel lot behind Provincial Building/Save-On Foods 700 Railway Avenue – 8 minute walk to Centennial Park

Can a friend collect my race package?

 Yes! Your friend can collect your race package, with your name.

Can I wear earbuds during the race?

No. As sections of the running race do take place on roadways, wearing earbuds are a safety hazard, and are not permitted.

What is the time limit?

The time limit for course support on the half marathon in 3 hours, the 10km time limit is 2.5hours, and the 5km is 2 hours.

Can I change my race distance?

Yes! Email info@canmorehalfmarathon.ca to request a distance change. There is no cost to change to a shorter race distance, and upgrading to a longer distance will cost $30.

Can I have a refund for my race registration?

No refunds are available for race registrations.

Are there finisher medals, or winner medals?

Yes! All finishers in every distance will receive a finisher medal. The top 3 finishers in each distance and sex will receive a winner medal. The top male and female in each race will receive a medal, and winner prize.

Will there be post-race food for participants? 

Yes! After the race, participants can enjoy post-race refreshments of BC fruit, and locally baked goods.

Can I run with my dog?

Unfortunately, no dogs are not allowed in the race, and the Town of Canmore’s bylaws state that no dogs are allowed in Centennial Park.

Can I run with a stroller?

Unfortunately, no. As much of the course takes place on pedestrian pathways with two-way running traffic, strollers are not allowed in the race as they can cause congestion along the race course. 

Is there a bag drop?

There is no secure bag drop available, but we do have an unsecured bag drop at the Volunteer Tent in the Start/Finish area at Centennial Park.

Where can I find photos of myself from the race?

Race photos can be found on www.marathonphotos.com

Where will race results be published?

Race results will be published live at www.zone4.ca

More questions? Please contact info@canmorehalfmarathon.ca