Name: YMCA River Run
Start: 2026-06-20
End: 2026-06-20
Location: Medicine Hat

About the Event

Medicine Hat, Alberta. 42 years of community running. The YMCA River Run returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, starting at 150 Ash Ave SE. Choose 21.1 km half marathon (7:30 AM start, 3 hour limit), 10 km (8:00 AM, 2 hour limit), 5 km (8:20 AM), or 3 km (8:30 AM). All routes use city pathway systems with limited road crossings. Prize medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in Youth (17 & under), Adult (18‑59), and Senior (60+). Presented by Cancarb. Supports the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign and Connect Campaign — ensuring no one is turned away due to financial difficulty.

21.1 km Half Marathon
7:30 AM start • 3 hour time limit • Youth/Adult/Senior categories

10 km
8:00 AM start • 2 hour time limit • Youth/Adult/Senior categories

5 km
8:20 AM start • Open to all ages and abilities

3 km
8:30 AM start • Family‑friendly, walkers welcome

Location — Medicine Hat, Alberta:

Medicine Hat is a city in southeastern Alberta, known as "The Hat" and "The Gas City" (for its natural gas reserves)
Start/Finish at 150 Ash Ave SE — near the YMCA of Southeastern Alberta and the South Saskatchewan River
Courses utilize the city's extensive pathway system along the river valley, with limited road crossings
Scenic views of the South Saskatchewan River, treed parks, and the Medicine Hat skyline

42nd Annual — A Long‑Standing Community Tradition:

First held in 1985 (assuming 2026 is the 42nd edition)
Presented by Cancarb (title sponsor for many years)
Proceeds support YMCA of Southeastern Alberta programs and services, including the Connect Campaign and Strong Kids Campaign

YMCA Strong Kids Campaign — No One Turned Away:

The YMCA is committed to ensuring equitable access to programs regardless of financial situation
Strong Kids Campaign raises funds to eliminate financial barriers for families who cannot afford YMCA memberships, childcare, summer camps, swimming lessons, and leadership programs
Donations accepted year‑round; charitable tax receipts for contributions of $20 and up
Your registration supports summer camps, youth leadership programs, swimming lessons, senior memberships, and more

What's Included:

Chip timing
Prize medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each distance/age category
Participant package (bib, shirt, etc. — shirt guaranteed for early registrations)
Aid stations along the course (water, electrolyte)
Medical support on course
Post‑race refreshments
Family‑friendly atmosphere (open to all ages and abilities)

Awards — Prize Medals per Category:

Youth (17 & under) — 1st, 2nd, 3rd for each distance (half, 10k, 5k, 3k)
Adult (18‑59) — 1st, 2nd, 3rd for each distance
Senior (60+) — 1st, 2nd, 3rd for each distance
Placement medals awarded immediately following verification of results

Schedule — Saturday, June 20, 2026:

7:30 AM — Half Marathon start
8:00 AM — 10 km start
8:20 AM — 5 km start
8:30 AM — 3 km start
Bib pickup: Friday, June 19, 4:00 PM (location TBD — check event website)
Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 17 at 8:00 PM (no refunds after June 13)

Pricing — Extra Early Bird Available (until April 5):

Youth (17 & under): $20 extra early bird, $25 early bird, $30 regular
Adult (18‑59): $35 / $40 / $45
Senior (60+): $25 / $30 / $35
Plus processing fees

Logistics:

Parking available near the YMCA and surrounding streets (arrive early — limited spaces)
Public transport: Medicine Hat Transit serves the area
No refunds after June 13 (rain or shine event)
No dogs allowed on course (likely — check with organizer)
Strollers allowed in 3 km and 5 km (start at the back)

Sponsors: Cancarb (Presenting), Scotia Wealth, WILD 94.5, My 96, Stringam Law, Waste Connections, Pritchard & Co, IGA, Nutters.

Contact: YMCA Events Committee via Race Roster.

Races Offered

10 KM - Adult (18-59)

Jun 20, 2026

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$50.40

10 KM - Youth

Jun 20, 2026

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$34.29

21.1 KM - Half Marathon - Adult (18-59)

Jun 20, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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07:30

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$50.40

21.1 KM - Half Marathon-Youth

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Distance — 21km

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07:30

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$34.29

3 KM - Adult (18-59)

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Distance — 3km

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07:30

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$50.40

3 KM - Youth

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$34.29

5 KM - Adult (18-59)

Jun 20, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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07:30

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$50.40

5 KM - Youth

Jun 20, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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$34.29

60 Plus 21.1km - Half Marathon

Jun 20, 2026

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Distance — 21km

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07:30

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$39.66

60 plus - 10km

Jun 20, 2026

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$39.66

60 plus - 3km

Jun 20, 2026

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Distance — 3km

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$39.66

60 plus - 5km

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$39.66

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Medicine Hat.

thermostat Temperature

11.4° / 23.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.5° / 20.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 33m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

53.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:14

nightlight Sunset

21:32

About Medicine Hat

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Medicine Hat is a city of 63,000 people (2016) in the Southern Alberta region of Alberta.

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YMCA River Run

About the Event

Races Offered

10 KM - Adult (18-59)

10 KM - Youth

21.1 KM - Half Marathon - Adult (18-59)

21.1 KM - Half Marathon-Youth

3 KM - Adult (18-59)

3 KM - Youth

5 KM - Adult (18-59)

5 KM - Youth

60 Plus 21.1km - Half Marathon

60 plus - 10km

60 plus - 3km

60 plus - 5km

Weather History

About Medicine Hat

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Latest News

Registration open for the return of YMCA River Run in Medicine Hat in support of Y Connect campaign

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