First Responders Half Marathon - Vancouver
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Event description
The event takes place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, in Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Vancouver. Races are held on trails around the reservoir, with the start and finish adjacent to Sasamat Trail.
Distances offered:
- 21.1 km half marathon, two lap
- 10 km trail run
- 5 km trail run
- Team of 4 for 21 km or 10 km
Published entry fees are $85 for the 21 km, $55 for the 10 km and $45 for the 5 km. Team pricing starts at $200. Fees increase on January 1, June 1 and October 1. A charity entry option charges a reduced fee of $40 in exchange for a fundraising commitment of at least $400; if the minimum is not met 24 hours before race day, the difference will be charged to allow participation.
All entry packages include a short sleeve cotton event t-shirt (not guaranteed after October 17), a finisher medal, chip timing subject to minimum attendance otherwise manual timing, aid stations with fluids, post-race snacks and eligibility for draw prizes.
Race package pickup is scheduled for Saturday, October 31 at The Right Shoe (1601 West 4th Ave) and on Sunday by request only. The half marathon course is two laps of a loop that links Sasamat Trail, Sherry Sakamoto Trail, Sword Fern Trail and other park trails, including a sustained climb on Sasamat Trail. Ample parking is available adjacent to the park along W16th. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
