Vancouver Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K is a road running event in Vancouver, British Columbia, scheduled for June 28, 2026. Established in 1999, it is part of the Canada Running Series and is held on a scenic ocean-side route. The event offers both in-person and virtual participation; the virtual option runs from June 1 to June 30, 2026. The event is linked with the Charity Challenge and attracts thousands of runners each year.
Races and event services
- 21K (Half Marathon)
- 5K
- 1K Kids Race
Participants can choose in-person or virtual entries for these distances. Event information pages cover race kit pickup, bag check, course logistics, results and photos, training and pacers, elites and awards, and provisions for adaptive athletes.
Community fundraising and sustainability
Participant fundraising supports multiple charities and community organizations, with a collective fundraising goal listed as $600,000 and current funds shown on the event page. The event holds a Gold Certification from the Council for Responsible Sport and lists sustainability measures such as 100% renewable energy on course and at the venue, zero-waste operations with a high diversion rate, water refill stations with no single-use plastic bottles, recycled-chopstick medals, and an Impact Bib Program. Sponsors and partners are named on event materials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
