Midsummer 8K
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Event overview
The Midsummer 8K is a road race in Kelowna, BC, scheduled for Sunday, July 12, 2026. The main distance is 8 km. The race is the 8K Championship event for the BC Athletics Road Running Championship and is a World Athletics ranking event. It is listed as a race in the Interior Running Association series.
Course and facilities
The course is an out-and-back route along the shore of Lake Okanagan. The route is mostly on a dedicated bike path and has no major intersections. The course is fully certified. There are water stations at 2.5 km and 5.5 km. The event will use chip timing.
Competition and awards
The event offers prizes and awards, including prize money, medals and ribbons for top eligible finishers. There are prizes for the top three male and female in each age group. All finishers receive a medal. Door prizes are also listed.
Registration and other details
Registration is scheduled to open in 2026. An early bird discount is listed for the first 50 registrants. The kids fun run will be organized by UBCO XC volunteers, with on-site registration on race day and entry by donation. Two kids distances will be offered, a shorter course and a longer course. The listed race location is Boyce-Gyro Park, 3400 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
