Banff Jasper Relay
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Event overview
The Banff–Jasper Relay is a daytime team relay held on June 6, 2026, running along the Icefields Parkway between Banff and Jasper through Banff and Jasper National Parks. The event is a continuous relay where teams progress along multiple legs with vehicle support and exchange points. A post-race banquet and awards ceremony in Jasper is included with registration. The event operates under Parks Canada permits and has protocols for wildlife and air quality that may lead to delays, stage changes, or cancellations; no refunds are issued in those circumstances.
Team formats and distances
- 260 km - 15-person team
- 155 km - 9-person team
- 105 km - 6-person team
Each runner completes one or more legs. All teams run in daylight, and team rosters must be completed before the deadline to guarantee participant merchandise.
Entry, logistics and policies
Registration is per runner; team captains create teams and teammates join under the same team name. Pricing is shown per person and varies by registration period; listed per-person rates start at CAD 162.84 and increase in later periods. Entries include finisher medals, event T-shirts (if registered by the deadline), official race support and designated bus transportation for some stages. Payments are non-refundable. Organizers will monitor air quality and wildlife and may modify or cancel stages for safety. Fundraising options and charity partners are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.