Downtown
Walking Events Calendar near Downtown 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Downtown for 2026-2027! We've gathered 25 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
August 2026
Walkers can choose 5 km or 10 km routes from North Glenmore Parking Lot A, across the field by the Calgary Canoe and Rowing Clubs along the scenic Glenmore Reservoir.
Trail walks of 34 km, 17 km, 6.8 km and a 2 km kids route at Nose Hill Park Edgemont parking lot on marked trails with aid stations, water and medical support.
Walkers follow a well marked 1 lap trail of 17km at Nose Hill Park, a 497 m elevation gain route through park trails. An aid station and porto potty sit near 8.5km with water and snacks and there is on course medical support.
September 2026
Walkers can join a 1K memorial walk or a casual 5K at North Glenmore Park Weaselhead parking lot along a scenic ridge, with complimentary water and post run snacks, dogs welcome.
The family fun walk is 2 km at Peace Park in Calgary, held alongside the 10 km and 5 km races. The park route passes family friendly entertainment and a kids zone suitable for walkers and families.
The event offers a walk option of 5 km on a runnable course in Stanley Park in SW Calgary, held alongside the running races.
Walkers can choose 10km, 5km, 3km or 1km from Baker Park on the Rotary Mattamy Greenway path, with water stations, ample parking and finish line snacks and medical support.
Walk options 10 km, 5 km, 1 km at Central Commons Park in Calgary University District; in person entrants get festival access and a virtual option Sept 21 to 27.
The event offers a 2K walk at Nose Creek Regional Park in Airdrie alongside the running races. Light refreshments and a prize distribution are provided, and fundraising supports local charities.
October 2026
Walk options of 1 km and 5 km follow routes at Prince's Island Park on a family friendly course. Participant items are available for pick-up at the registration tent on event day.
At Genesis Place in Airdrie walkers have 15 minutes on the indoor track to walk as many laps as they can in their heat. Designated lanes, a run marshal and a group leader guide participants, and the track is shared with facility members.
November 2026