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The Big Elf Run

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

calendar_today 12 Dec, 2026

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About the Event

The Big Elf RunCome join us for the 12th annual Big Elf Runon Saturday December 12th 2026.This holiday themed run offers a 5km/10km Big Elf Run/Walk (2pm) as well as a 1km Wee Elf Run/Walk (1pm) around scenic Stanley Park.Run with hundreds of elves, enjoy a DJ, “elfie station”, prize giveaways, vendors and more.The Big Elf Run tours picturesque Stanley Park. Starting at Lumberman's Arch, the course winds its way along trails surrounded by old oak trees before looping onto the seawall with hallmark views of Coal Harbour and the Burrard Inlet. With few inclines and mainly paved paths, everyone is assured a beautiful and stress-free run/walk. The route is for all ages and abilities. Pet & Stroller Friendly!**Pets and strollers must start in the last wave, to ensure the safety of other participants. Course cut-off 2 hours.Registration includes:Elf Name Bib (Customize by Nov 16th 11:59pm)Elf ToqueChip Timing (5km/10km only)Wooden Medal that doubles as tree Ornament! Made in BC.Bundle Offers and Savings:Sign up 4 or more participants(in one transaction) andreceive 15%off each registration(automatically applied)Under 18's doing the 5k or 10k will receive a discounted entry of $29(automatically applied)Entries are non-refundable.

Races Offered

10km Big Elf Run (2 loops)

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Others, Running

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13:00

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$51.40

1km Wee Elf Run

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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Type — Others, Running

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13:00

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$26.25

5km Big Elf Run

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Others, Running

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13:00

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$49.22

Charity Entry

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — Charity Entry

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Type — Others, Running

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13:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Vancouver.

thermostat Temperature

12.8° / 22.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.1° / 21.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 46m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.9 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:55

nightlight Sunset

20:15

About Vancouver

Learn more about the host city, Vancouver.

Reston is in Virginia, United States of America) and is 20 miles west of Washington, D.C. The population of Reston is approximately 58,000 people (2010).

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Registration Discount

Use the promo code below during registration to save on entry fees.

$3 OFF

Promo code RGFUN3

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