Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Calgary Marathon
Calgary, Canada
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
CARegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Alberta: Races, Trails & Competitions
7 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 22 races in Races in Alberta with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events71 confirmed dates
Competitions22Races & courses
Distances1 - 160.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,730 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Servus Edmonton Marathon
Edmonton, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunFestive+1
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
The Klondike Ultra
Fort Assiniboine, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
108 km102.5 km50 km27 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Sinister 7 Ultra
Alberta Beach, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160.7 km82.5 km50 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Sergey Pesterev · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Canadian Death Race
Grande Cache, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
125 km42 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Tobias Alt, Tobi 87 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Hook or Crook
Alberta Beach, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
48.4 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman 70.3 Calgary
Calgary, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113 km
Lakes & PondsMountain+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Calgary Marathon | Calgary, Alberta, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Servus Edmonton Marathon | Edmonton, Alberta, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Klondike Ultra | Fort Assiniboine, Alberta, CA | Trail Running | 108 km102.5 km50 km27 km |
| Date to be announced | Sinister 7 Ultra | Alberta Beach, Alberta, CA | Trail Running | 160.7 km82.5 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Canadian Death Race | Grande Cache, Alberta, CA | Trail Running | 125 km42 km |
| Date to be announced | Hook or Crook | Alberta Beach, Alberta, CA | Trail Running | 48.4 km |
| Date to be announced | Ironman 70.3 Calgary | Calgary, Alberta, CA | Triathlon | 113 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Alberta (Canada, Alberta) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 7 public events and 22 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Calgary, Edmonton, Fort Assiniboine, and Alberta Beach. Notable events in the selection include Calgary Marathon, Servus Edmonton Marathon, and The Klondike Ultra.
Race distances span from 1 km to 160.7 km, reaching up to +5,730 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Alberta includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Alberta?
RunningCompass currently lists 7 verified events with 22 individual races in Races in Alberta. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Calgary Marathon, Servus Edmonton Marathon, and The Klondike Ultra.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Alberta?
Events in Races in Alberta focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 160.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Calgary, Edmonton, Fort Assiniboine, and Alberta Beach.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Alberta?
The most selective courses in Races in Alberta climb up to +5,730 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Alberta?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.