Run Without Borders 2026

Name: Run Without Borders 2026
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17
Location: Edmonton

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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About the Event

Run Without Borders is an inspiring charity run/walk that takes place through Edmonton's scenic River Valley. Organized by medical students from the University of Alberta, this event supports Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières and offers both 5-km and 10-km routes for runners and walkers alike.
Participants can enjoy a flat course along picturesque trails lined with trees and offering views of the river. The race is sponsored by local businesses such as Running Room, The Brick, the University of Alberta Medical Students' Association, and Continental Treat Fine Bistro, ensuring that all proceeds directly benefit those in need through Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières.
Race kit pickup will take place on Friday, October 16 from 4 to 7 PM at the Running Room location (8537 109 St NW, Edmonton, AB). This early pick-up ensures a smooth and stress-free race day experience. For any questions or inquiries, please contact [email protected].
Join this meaningful event where every step you take contributes to making a difference in communities around the world.

Races Offered

10 KM Race

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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$39.66

5 KM Race

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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$39.66

Kids' 400m Dash

Oct 17, 2026

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Distance — 0.4K

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$12.82

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Edmonton.

thermostat Temperature

1.7° / 10.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

-2.7° / 6.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 0m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

12.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

66.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:03

nightlight Sunset

18:34

About Edmonton

Learn more about the host city, Edmonton.

Edmonton is the capital city of Alberta. Its metro area is home to 1.2 million people (2025), and is the northernmost city of at least one million people in North America, the fifth-largest city in Canada and the largest Canadian city farther than 200 kilometres (120 mi) from the US border. Edmonton is famous for its beautiful river valley park system, the North Saskatchewan River Valley, which offers over 100 kilometres (62 mi) of recreational trails, wildlife viewing, and city views. The river valley also contains many parks, including Fort Edmonton Park, Canada's largest historical park. If the great outdoors is not what you seek, the city also offers West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping mall in North America. On top of that, Edmonton has a vibrant theatre community, a busy cycle of annual festivals, national sports teams active year-round, and wonderful winter recreational opportunities.

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