21.1 KM Half Marathon
Sunday, May 24, 2026 - 6:45 AM
Who doesn't love the half marathon distance? This is a scenic, festive course that takes you through Calgary's vibrant inner-city neighbourhoods. With boisterous, visual and musical entertainment along the way, the race will be done before you are ready to stop the fun!
Half the distance yet every bit as rewarding...
Calgary 21.1KM Half-Marathon Overview
The Centaur Subaru 21.1 km event is consistently the largest field of runners each race weekend with over 4000 participants annually. Join your pals and set out on a social run before hitting the beer gardens or go at it alone and aim for that personal best. This fast inner-city course will deliver plenty of scenery, entertainment and so many participants that you will never be alone in your quest for the finish line.
Join one of the top half marathon events in Alberta and across Canada!
Our half marathon course is certified by Athletics Alberta and Athletics Canada. This certification ensures accuracy and credibility for the course, allowing athletes to record a certified personal best that can be used for records and rankings.
Event Details
Event details subject to change.
Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
Time: 6:45 AM
Start Line Closes: 7:05 AM
Start Line: 11 Ave SE, just north of the Sam Centre
Finish Line: Enmax Park
Course Time Limit: 4:30 total (H:MM)
Age: 14+
Children under the age minimum are only permitted if pushed in a stroller. Children in strollers must remain in their stroller for the entire duration of the race. Please note that children under the age minimums will not receive a shirt, medal or any amenities at the finish line.
2026 Half Course Map
*All course routes are subject to change.
Training Plans
Check out training plans and tips on our Runner Resources page.
Pace Team
Experienced runners are here to help you crush your goals! Let them pace while you race.
Guaranteed to get you across the finish line if you stick with your pacer, you can relax, enjoy the ride and lean on our pacers when you hit the wall or need a little extra hype to get you through a tough part of the race. These pacers have been hand-selected because of their love of run, their racing experience and their swagger - high five and hugs for PACERS!
