2021 IN-PERSON EVENT CANCELED, offering virtual race options. *** Vancouver’s only marathon and ranked one of the top destination marathons in the world, the BMO Vancouver Marathon is a scenic Boston Qualifier that takes runners on a 42.2KM (26.2 miles) adventure past beaches, through natural parks, and along Vancouver’s Seawall …
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2021 IN-PERSON EVENT CANCELED, offering virtual race options.
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Vancouver’s only marathon and ranked one of the top destination marathons in the world, the BMO Vancouver Marathon is a scenic Boston Qualifier that takes runners on a 42.2KM (26.2 miles) adventure past beaches, through natural parks, and along Vancouver’s Seawall – the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront path. Vancouver’s only marathon offers 70% shoreline views and stunning scenery. Experience this world-class event for yourself!
With the whole city behind you, you’re bound to reach your goal! Discover one of the world’s ‘most livable cities’ by foot and witness the community support that has encapsulated the event since its inception in 1972.
Voted Vancouver’s best, the fast 21.1KM Half Marathon at the BMO Vancouver Marathon was selected by BC Athletics as one of British Columbia’s best road races and will again play host to the BC Half Marathon Championships.
The Half Marathon takes place on a separate course than the Marathon, offering runners a unique cultural perspective of Vancouver. Step through different neighbourhoods on your journey to the Finish Line. From bustling Chinatown to glassy Yaletown to the beautiful West End, you’ll discover historic landmarks, breathtaking views, vibrant communities, and thousands of spectators towa cheer you on towards the energized downtown Finish Line!
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Good excuse to visit an awesome city
A nice tour of a great city featuring many of the must go to destinations. Hilly in and around UBC. Marathon wise save legs for last 10K to enjoy tour … MORE
A nice tour of a great city featuring many of the must go to destinations. Hilly in and around UBC. Marathon wise save legs for last 10K to enjoy tour around Stanley Park–not like I did. (Don’t forget to visit the Museum of Anthropology (MOA)) at UBC when in Vancouver to see its amazing collection of Pacific NW First Nation art).
Vancouver at its best!
Vancouver Marathon is really a very beautiful race. Even on a rainy day I really enjoyed the race. The first 5k downhill into downtown followed by a few smooth uphill … MORE
Vancouver Marathon is really a very beautiful race. Even on a rainy day I really enjoyed the race. The first 5k downhill into downtown followed by a few smooth uphill parts. The race is of course perfectly organized!
First Time Trials
This was my first full marathon, 8 months postpartum no less, which means it was difficult for me. It's hilly, but not terrible. The fans and volunteers are amazing, and … MORE
This was my first full marathon, 8 months postpartum no less, which means it was difficult for me. It’s hilly, but not terrible. The fans and volunteers are amazing, and everything is well organized. It makes a good destination race, Vancouver is a beautiful city.
Fantastic course; terrible personal race
Vancouver is beautiful, well-organized, and the weather was fantastic. Great energy, swag, aid stations. It should have been perfect. Instead, I chased the pacer (a 10:1 pacer from the Running … MORE
Vancouver is beautiful, well-organized, and the weather was fantastic. Great energy, swag, aid stations. It should have been perfect. Instead, I chased the pacer (a 10:1 pacer from the Running Room) for 16km and blew up spectacularly.