Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon 2026

About the Event

The Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, 30 May 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT on Pelee Island, Ontario, Canada — Canada's most southern half‑marathon, on a remote island in the middle of Lake Erie. This exclusive event is limited to approximately 400 participants. The course runs 7/8ths around the island, mixing paved roads (tar and chip) and gravel, ending inside the Pelee Island Winery with the best after‑run party in running, including wine tasting.

Event Detail	Information
Distance	Half Marathon (21.1 km)
Start Time	30 May 2026 at 10:00 AM
Location	Pelee Island, ON, Canada
Course Surface	Pavement (tar & chip) + gravel
Aid Stations	Approximately every 2 km Water, electrolyte drink, GU at 10K, port-a-john, first aid kit
Included in Registration	Wine‑inspired Recovery Hoodie (long sleeve, unisex) Award‑winning medal Bib Finish‑line party ticket (wine tasting + luncheon)
Spots Remaining	94

Schedule:

Friday, 29 May – 2:00 PM: Early sign‑in / registration
Saturday, 30 May – 9:00 AM: Morning sign‑in
Saturday, 30 May – 10:00 AM: Race start
Saturday, 30 May – 12:30 PM: Finish line luncheon (included for runners; extra tickets available for guests)

Ferry information (reservations required, call 1‑800‑661‑2220 or book at ontarioferries.com):

Leamington to Pelee (Friday & Sunday): 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM, 6 PM
Leamington to Pelee (Saturday): 7 AM, 10 AM, 6 PM
Pelee to Leamington: 8 AM, 12 PM, 4 PM, plus 7 PM on Friday/Sunday; Saturday 9 AM and 4 PM
Walk‑on passenger: CA$7.50 one‑way
Regular vehicle: CA$16.50 one‑way
Sandusky (USA) to Pelee: Friday only, 4:30 PM; return Sunday 2 PM

Race kit pickup is at the Pelee Island Winery Pavilion (20 East West Rd): Friday from 11:00 AM until the last boat (8:00 PM), and race day from 7:00 AM (arrive early before the 8:20 AM boat rush). Pelee Island Winery has a no‑refund policy. The race sells out fast — book now.

For more information: Pelee Island Winery at 519‑733‑6551 or visit the event website. Follow on social media for shirt and medal reveals.

Races Offered

Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon

May 30, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

10:00

sell

$261.58

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Pelee Island.

thermostat Temperature

10.7° / 15.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.4° / 12.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 8m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

20.9 km/h (Moderate breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

80.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:10

nightlight Sunset

20:44

About Pelee Island

Learn more about the host city, Pelee Island.

Pelee Island (pee-lee) is a 42-km² island in Lake Erie and the southernmost populated point in Canada. Nearby Middle Island is the southernmost point of land in Canada. It sits at the confluence of two bird migration routes – the Atlantic Flyway and the Mississippi flyway. The island is a significant stopover site for many species of birds and insects. Birding is a popular pastime and draw for tourism as well as the annual pheasant hunt on the island.