Monster Colour 5k invites runners and walkers to step into a vibrant world of color and fun. On September 19, 2026, participants will gather at North Glenmore Park in Calgary for an unforgettable experience that blends fitness with festive flair. The event features a 5-kilometer course dotted with inflatable monsters and colorful stations designed to bring out the joy in every participant. Whether you’re running or walking, this race promises excitement from start to finish. The route winds through picturesque North Glenmore Park, offering scenic views as participants dodge playful inflatables and dive into color zones. Beyond the run itself, Monster Colour 5k transforms into a lively music festival atmosphere, complete with live entertainment and photo opportunities that encourage runners to capture their colorful moments. Friends and family can join in on the festivities, making this event perfect for all ages and fitness levels. For more details about rules and refund policies, visit our website. Get ready to embrace your inner child and create lasting memories with friends and loved ones at Monster Colour 5k in Calgary! Join us and be part of a day filled with laughter, color, and community spirit as you explore the whimsical world we’ve crafted just for this special occasion.
Races Offered
Little Monsters
Sep 19, 2026
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Little Monsters
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Others,
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09:00
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$26.99
Monster 5k
Sep 19, 2026
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5K
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09:00
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$39.99
Monster Festival
Sep 19, 2026
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Monster Festival
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09:00
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$21.99
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Calgary.
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8.0° / 20.9°
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5.1° / 17.9°
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Avg sunshine hours
10h 39m
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Avg rainfall
0.9 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
9.5 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (3.5)
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Humidity
59.9%
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Sunrise
07:12
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Sunset
19:48
About Calgary
Learn more about the host city, Calgary.
Calgary is Alberta's largest city and Canada's third-largest, and is near where the prairies end and the foothills begin. That makes it the eastern gateway to the Rocky Mountains and an important centre of trade and tourism for the western prairies. It is your best point of access for Banff and Jasper, and a worthwhile destination in its own right. Calgary is the heart of the largest metropolitan area between Toronto and Vancouver, with over 1.3 million people as of 2021, making it Canada's fifth largest metropolitan area. Nicknames of Calgary include The Stampede City and YYC.
