Hatley Castle 8K
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Vancouver Island Race Series
The Vancouver Island Race Series is a series of eight measured road races on Vancouver Island. Courses are measured to World Athletics and Athletics Canada specifications for accuracy; all courses are record-eligible except the Hatley Castle 8K, which is measured to World Athletics standards for accuracy. Live results are posted automatically when a participant crosses the finish line. The series lists team competitions; team entries require five members. The series cup champions named for 2023, 2024 and 2025 are Speedfarm (Island Series Cup) and Harriers Running Club (VIRA Cup).
Races and entries
- 8K - Harriers Pioneer 8K (January 11, 2026)
- 10K - Cobble Hill 10K (January 25, 2026)
- 8K - Hatley Castle 8K (February 8, 2026)
- 12K - Bastion 12K (February 22, 2026)
- 10K - Westcoast Sooke 10K (March 8, 2026)
- Half marathon - Comox Valley RV Half Marathon (March 22, 2026)
- 10K - McLean Mill 10K (March 29, 2026)
- 5K - Saanich Physio+ Bazan Bay 5K (April 12, 2026)
The series offers a season pass priced at $260. Individual race entry fees listed for 2026 range from $35 to $50, with several races shown at a sale price of $40. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
