Survivorfest Running Event
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Event overview
Survivorfest Running Event is an annual timed ultrarunning event held at Strathcona Athletic Park in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada. The 2026 edition is scheduled for June 12-14. The event donates profits to Saffron Centre to support school programs that educate children about sexual violence; since 2019 the event has donated over $37,000. Survivorfest hosted the national 24 hour championship from 2022 to 2024.
Race formats and course
Distances offered:
- Kids race
- 6 hour
- 12 hour
- 24 hour
The event uses two IAU-labelled loops. Loop A is a 400 metre track with an IAU Track Bronze Label and a limited field on the four inside lanes (maximum 70 athletes). Loop B is an IAU Road Bronze Label loop of approximately 1.69 kilometre, mixing track, pavement, and concrete and using the outer lanes of the track. Both loops are described as very flat with minimal elevation. Direction changes on course are coordinated at regular intervals for multi-hour events.
Entries, services and inclusivity
Registration opens December 1, 2025. Published 2026 pricing includes tiered rates for 24 hour, 12 hour, 6 hour, relay loops, and kids races with increases on February 1 and again in April. An aid station beside the track will provide hot and cold beverages and food throughout the event. The event offers livestream coverage on its YouTube channel. Since 2023 the event has used three gender categories and accepts each athlete’s declared gender. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
