On 14 June 2026, the Banff Half Marathon & 10K invites runners to experience one of the most scenic road races in the world. Participants begin in Banff’s town centre and follow a course that takes them along the Legacy Trail, past Vermilion Lakes, and along sections of the Bow Valley Parkway before returning alongside the Bow River to a finish in Central Park, Banff. Though set in the Rockies, the course is described as slightly rolling and relatively flat, making it accessible to runners of all levels who still want to soak up alpine vistas. The weekend also includes a health‐and‐fitness expo, a kids run, and yoga in the park, creating a full festival atmosphere for families and spectators. With limited entries and a location in Canada’s first national park, early registration is strongly recommended.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
The Banff Half Marathon, organised by the event team at Banff in Alberta’s first national park, will be held on Sunday, 14 June 2026 in Banff, Alberta, Canada, starting in Banff Central Park and winding through Vermilion Lakes, the Legacy Trail and Bow Valley Parkway.
The Banff 10K, part of the same event, is also scheduled for Sunday, 14 June 2026 in Banff, Alberta, Canada, beginning alongside the half marathon route and offering a shorter-distance option with much of the same scenic terrain.
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FAQs
What is the Banff Half Marathon?
How long is the Banff Half Marathon?
Where does the Banff Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Banff Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Banff Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Banff Half Marathon?
The Banff Half Marathon, organised by the event team at Banff in Alberta’s first national park, will be held on Sunday, 14 June 2026 in Banff, Alberta, Canada, starting in Banff Central Park and winding through Vermilion Lakes, the Legacy Trail and Bow Valley Parkway.
The Banff Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Banff Half Marathon takes place in Banff, AB, Canada.
The Banff Half Marathon elevation gain is 127 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Banff Half Marathon?
The Banff Half Marathon, organised by the event team at Banff in Alberta’s first national park, will be held on Sunday, 14 June 2026 in Banff, Alberta, Canada, starting in Banff Central Park and winding through Vermilion Lakes, the Legacy Trail and Bow Valley Parkway.
How long is the Banff Half Marathon?
The Banff Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Banff Half Marathon take place?
The Banff Half Marathon takes place in Banff, AB, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Banff Half Marathon?
The Banff Half Marathon elevation gain is 127 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Banff Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Banff Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Banff 10K?
How long is the Banff 10K?
Where does the Banff 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Banff 10K?
How can I prepare for the Banff 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Banff 10K?
The Banff 10K, part of the same event, is also scheduled for Sunday, 14 June 2026 in Banff, Alberta, Canada, beginning alongside the half marathon route and offering a shorter-distance option with much of the same scenic terrain.
The Banff 10K is 10km long.
The Banff 10K takes place in Banff, AB, Canada.
The Banff 10K elevation gain is 36 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Banff 10K?
The Banff 10K, part of the same event, is also scheduled for Sunday, 14 June 2026 in Banff, Alberta, Canada, beginning alongside the half marathon route and offering a shorter-distance option with much of the same scenic terrain.
How long is the Banff 10K?
The Banff 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Banff 10K take place?
The Banff 10K takes place in Banff, AB, Canada.
What is the elevation gain of the Banff 10K?
The Banff 10K elevation gain is 36 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Banff 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Banff 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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