The Yorkton Charity Road Race 2026 returns to the community of Yorkton on August 16th, Saskatchewan, Canada. The event offers a variety of distances including two main runs for adults and one for kids. Racers can choose between the 5K Run or 10K Run, both starting from downtown where Main Street meets Broadway Avenue, near the Yorkton Town Square. Race morning finds the park buzzing with anticipation as participants gather under the shade of mature trees lining the course. The setting is serene and familiar to locals; runners will feel at ease knowing they are contributing to a worthy cause on this beautiful summer day in western Canada. This year marks its fifth edition, having first run in 2022, attracting over 350 participants who have helped raise funds for local scholarships. The course venue begins just off Main Street and weaves through the city’s green spaces before looping back to the starting point at Yorkton Town Square. The terrain is firm yet slightly soft due to the season, making it a challenging but manageable run. Participants will pass by the picturesque Saskatoon River Walk, providing scenic views along their journey. The race starts sharp at 8:00 AM and finishes back in downtown Yorkton, with no elevation changes on this flat course. There are two aid stations set up to ensure hydration points for those running longer distances. Weather conditions that morning will be mild but warm, with a temperature range between 17°C to 24°C and moderate UV index of 4.9. The race also includes a Community 5K Walk suitable for all ages and the Corporate Relay 10K Run encouraging team spirit among businesses in Yorkton. The Junior 2K is designed specifically for young runners, offering them an exciting introduction to competitive running.
10K Run 10K • Start: 08:30:00 • Fee: CA$46.65
5K Run 5K • Start: 08:30:00 • Fee: CA$46.65
Community 5K Walk 5K • Start: 08:30:00 • Fee: CA$46.65
Registration is now open at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113373/yorkton-charity-road-race-2026 with a deadline of August 8th, 2026. Participants must bring their race bib to the Yorkton Town Hall on race day between 7:00 AM and 7:45 AM to pick it up. The start location is at Yorkton Town Square where organizers will provide full directions for first-time runners. Age requirements are as follows: participants in the Corporate Relay should be at least 16 years old, while individuals running solo must be 18 or older due to registration fees and logistics involved. This race matters because of its long-standing tradition of supporting local scholarships through community engagement; it is an event that brings together residents from all walks of life. Participants can expect a well-organized course, friendly atmosphere, and the satisfaction of contributing positively to Yorkton’s future by supporting deserving students in their education journey.
Races Offered
10K Run
Aug 16, 2026
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5K Run
Aug 16, 2026
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Community 5K Walk
Aug 16, 2026
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Corporate Relay 10K Run
Aug 16, 2026
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$179.95
Junior 2K
Aug 16, 2026
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08:30
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$24.43
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Yorkton.
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13.3° / 23.3°
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11.6° / 21.8°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 36m
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Avg rainfall
3.0 mm
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Avg wind speed
12.6 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.9)
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Humidity
72.2%
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Sunrise
05:38
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Sunset
20:08
About Yorkton
Learn more about the host city, Yorkton.
Yorkton is a city of 16,000 people (2016) in East Central Saskatchewan, Canada.