Vancouver Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon & 5K is a Canada Running Series event in Vancouver, British Columbia. The in-person event is scheduled for June 28, 2026, and a virtual event runs from June 1-30, 2026. The race, established in 1999, uses ocean-side routes and the half marathon route runs from UBC to Vanier Park. The event is part of the Canada Running Series and is described as a long-running Western Canada event that attracts large participant numbers.
Race options and support
Participants can enter the event in person or choose the virtual option. Distances offered include:
- 21K
- 5K
- 1K Kids Race
The event includes a Charity Challenge and fundraising program. A Race Roster fundraising page shows $2,073.76 raised toward a $600,000 goal and lists multiple charity partners. Sample partner organizations named include BC Cancer Foundation, Heart & Stroke Foundation, Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon, Special Olympics BC, and others. The event is sanctioned by BC Athletics and ACoroad. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
