The SunRype Okanagan Marathon will be back for its 24th year in a row on October 6th and 7th.
The two-day event gives runners and walkers the opportunity to participate in an ABC Kids Fun 1km run, 5km and 10km races as well as a half or full marathon.
Known for being one of Western Canada’s flattest and fastest courses, the marathon acts as a Boston Marathon qualifier where runners can take in the picturesque Okanagan Lake before finishing at City Park.
Festivities kick off on October 6th with a kids zone that features inflatables, activities and face painting before the Fun 1km run. The 5km race also takes place on Saturday while the 10km race, half and full marathons start on Sunday.
Some proceeds from the marathon will go towards the Sunshine Foundation which helps children living with severe physical disabilities or life-threatening illnesses experience their dreams.
The schedule for the event is shown below:
Race Package Pickup and Sports Expo (City Park - 1600 Abbot Street):
Friday, October 5th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 6th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Kids Zone:
Saturday, October 6th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Inflatables and Face Painting)
Sunday, October 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Inflatables)
Saturday, October 6th:
9:00 a.m. - Running Room Free Friendship Run
10:30 a.m. - 5km Fun Walk/Run
12:00 p.m. - ABC Kids Fun 1km Run
Sunday, October 6th:
6:30 a.m. - Gear Check
7:40 a.m. - Full Marathon
8:10 a.m. - 21.1km Half Marathon
8:40 a.m. - Rekarb Gels 10km Race
For more information on the event visit the SunRype Okanagan Marathon website.
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