Virtual is here to stay! If we have learned anything over the last few years, it's how to adapt. Run Calgary will continue to deliver a virtual component in 2026. We are excited to keep you moving and connected to your community.

Date: Between May 25 and June 21, 2026

Time: Anytime
Location: Your virtual run or walk can be completed anywhere, and on any surface (trail, road, treadmill, track, backyard, balcony).
Course Time Limit: None, take as little or as much time as you need.

Package Pick Up: Package Pick Up is at GMC Stadium on the same days and times as Package Pick Up for the in-person events, unless you paid during registration to have your package mailed out to you. Please note that virtual race packages will be mailed out the week of May 18. If you registered after May 18, they will be mailed out the week of May 25

Register for the virtual distance of your choice HERE. Registration fees for all virtual distances are listed HERE. Virtual participants will receive:

• Short sleeve technical running shirt
• Finisher Medal
• Personalized Bib (if registered before cutoff date)
• Virtual Results Leaderboard
• Training plans courtesy of ASICS Runkeeper
• Downloadable digital finisher’s certificate

• Package Pick-up for virtual events takes place at GMC Stadium on the same days and times as Package Pick-up for in-person participants, unless you paid during registration to have your package mailed out to you. Please note that virtual race packages will be mailed out the week of May 18. If you registered after May 18, they will be mailed out the week of May 25
• Run your race anytime between May 25 and June 21. You can do it any time of day, any place, on any surface. 
• Instructions on how to track your run will be emailed to all virtual participants in May 2026.
• The Leaderboard is open from May 25 to June 21, 2026. It is optional to post a result on the Leaderboard so, if you don't want to post your result, you can run/walk your virtual event on any day.
• We encourage registered participants to track their run using RunKeeper, where your results will automatically sync with your Race Roster account and right onto the Virtual Leaderboard.
• Alternatively, screen capture any fitness app or watch (Garmin, Strava, Fitbit etc.) and manually upload you time. 
• Please note, virtual participants are NOT allowed to join the in-person event on race day. Participants with virtual bibs are not allowed on the course on race day.

VIRTUAL HOW-TO-GUIDE ›

All virtual runners have the opportunity to select a local charity to fundraise for. There are currently over 90 charities signed up for the Charity Challenge that could use your support.

Check out our charities ›

All registered participants will receive detailed instructions for completing their virtual race prior to the start of the race period.

Check out the FAQs ›