2026 Royal Victoria Marathon

Race Overview

Will the RVM break records again in 2026?

Join us in Victoria, BC October 9-11, 2026 for our 46th Annual RVM!

Choose from various events: Marathon, Outway Half Marathon, Westland Insurance 8K, or Island Savings 5K or Thrifty Foods Kids Run.

Our beautiful course weaves through the quiet streets with ocean views throughout Victoria and Oak Bay.

Plus we are a Boston qualifier, Abbott World Majors ranking event, a World Athletics World Ranking Competition and more. We see many runners reaching their personal best times on our course.

Event Details

A few quick facts about the event in October:

• Distance options: Choose your distance - Marathon, Half Marathon or 8K on Sunday, October 11, starting and finishing in downtown Victoria.
• Kids Run schedule: The Kids Run and 5K events will take place on Saturday, October 10, starting and finishing at Willows Park in Oak Bay. The Kids Run registration will open on February 16, 2026.
• Course time limit: There will be a course time limit of 6.5 hours for the marathon. Marathoners must complete the first 13K by 10:15 in order to continue the marathon route.
• Green Bib option: This year we have added a GREEN BIB option. You can register to receive a bib and medal without getting a RVM garment and choose a charity for donation.

Important Information

• Event cap: Events will be capped for 2026. In 2025, both the marathon and half marathon sold out in July.
• Course regulations: No strollers or pets are allowed on the course. Nordic poles are permitted only for mobility-impaired participants.
• Refund policy: There are no refunds or deferrals allowed for 2026. You can transfer your registration to another person up until October 7, 2026 for a fee.
• Further details: Please read more on our website here.

Event Location

501 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC

For more information, visit the event page here.