Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon 2026

The Beneva Vancouver Half Marathon 2026 takes place on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in the scenic city of Vancouver, Canada. The event features various racing distances with start and finish points located near NW Marine Drive and the Museum of Vancouver. Participants can expect typical late-June Vancouver weather, which often consists of mild temperatures and varying degrees of sunshine or light coastal clouds. The event offers a structured racing environment for marathoners, casual runners, and children, supported by organized training programs and comprehensive course amenities.

What race distances are available?

• →21K Half Marathon
• →5K Race
• →1K Kids Race

What is the schedule for the race day?

• →5K Race: Starts at 7:30 AM
• →21K Half Marathon: Starts at 7:45 AM
• →1K Kids Race: Starts at 10:45 AM

What are the specific details for the 21K Half Marathon?

• →Course: A paved road race starting on NW Marine Drive south of Agronomy and finishing at the Museum of Vancouver. A detailed Course Map ↗ is available.
• →Time Limit: 3 hours (maximum pace of 8:30 min/km). More information regarding the time limit can be found at Vancouver Half Marathon Foundation ↗.
• →Capacity: Maximum of 5,000 entrants.
• →Pacing: Pacers are available for various goal times ranging from 1:25 to 2:45.
• →Aid Stations: Located approximately every 3km; specific nutrition including water, Organika electrolytes, and Hornet Energy gels is provided at the 10K mark.
• →Start Line: Located on NW Marine Drive south of Agronomy. Participants are organized into corrals by bib color. Detailed Start Line Information ↗ is provided.

What are the details for the 5K Race?

• →Course: A paved loop route starting and finishing at the Museum of Vancouver. A Course Map ↗ is available.
• →Time Limit: 1 hour and 15 minutes.
• →Capacity: Maximum of 1,500 entrants.
• →Amenities: Water and electrolytes are available on the course, with toilets located at the aid station.

What are the rules for the 1K Kids Race?

• →Course: A flat, short loop with mixed terrain (including some grass) starting and finishing at the Museum of Vancouver. A Course Map ↗ is available.
• →Age Categories: Ages 2-12. Children aged 2-5 must run with a parent; children aged 6-12 may run solo.
• →Capacity: Maximum of 150 kids.
• →Format: This race is not timed.
• →Strollers: Strollers are permitted at the back of the pack.
• →Cost Note: Adults run for free when accompanying young children.

What amenities are provided for participants?

• →Race Gear: All races include finisher medals, ASICS shirts, and bibs.
• →Medical Support: Roaming medical support is available throughout the event.
• →Hydration & Nutrition: Water and electrolytes are provided; the 21K includes specialized gels.
• →Sanitation: Toilets are available at aid stations and post-race areas.
• →Lactation Facilities: Dedicated lactation stations are available for the 21K and 5K at the start/help desk, 13K mark, and the finish line (participants should bring their own equipment).
• →Baggage: Baggage check services are available.

Is there a training program available?

• →Women's Training Program: A 12-week, women-led road training plan begins on April 6, 2026.
• →Program Features: Structured schedules based on individual goals, guest speakers covering nutrition, injury prevention, mental resilience, and race strategies, and in-person group runs.