Icelandic Festival of Manitoba Running Races
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Event overview
The Icelandic Festival of Manitoba will host in-person and virtual running races in Gimli, MB, Canada on August 2, 2026. The in-person races are based at Gimli Pavilion Park and the 10 Mile route runs from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli on Hwy #9. Virtual options are offered for some races.
Races
- 10 Mile - 58th annual; road race from Winnipeg Beach to Gimli on Hwy #9
- 5K - 8th annual; in-person start at Gimli Pavilion Park, east side, Amisk and Fifth
- 1 Mile - 35th Jan's Memorial fun run at Gimli Pavilion Park; race day registration
Registration and awards
Registration fees vary by event and by date. Published fee ranges include $35-50 for the 5K, $45-65 for the 10 Mile, and $3-10 for the 1 Mile. The 5K is part of the Interlake Run Series. Prizes are awarded to first place male and female finishers in the 5K. The 10 Mile includes age-group awards for top male and female finishers in these groups: 19 & under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 plus. Virtual participants may submit times between July 19 and August 3, 2026 for the 5K, and between July 19 and August 2, 2026 for the 10 Mile, for results listing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.