Sweater Weather 10K
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Sweater Weather 10K & 5K
Sweater Weather 10K & 5K takes place on October 3, 2026 at the Canmore Nordic Centre Stadium, just behind the Main Lodge (1988 Olympic Way, Canmore, Alberta). Courses run through pine forests on double-track dirt trails and include mountain-style elevation.
Distances offered
- 5K
- 10K
An aid station stocked with water and Precision Fuel & Hydration products is located at 3.5 km on the 5K and at 3.5 km and 7.5 km on the 10K. Finish-line provisions include pie and warm drinks provided by JK Bakery. Participants receive event swag; a finish medal is available for an additional fee. Organizers donate two dollars from every entry to the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley.
Practical details: race package pickup is available Friday at Strides Canmore (1240 Railway Ave #108, Canmore) and the morning of the event at the Canmore Nordic Centre. Registration opens April 1, 2026, early bird pricing runs to May 1, and registration closes at midnight on September 26 or when the event sells out.
Rules and safety: bear spray is required for runners aged 18 and older. Strollers are not permitted on course. Leashed dogs are allowed to spectate off course. Headphones are not permitted. A 2.5 hour course cutoff applies and medical staff are positioned on site and along the route. The event is hosted by rnest endurance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
