2026 Royal Victoria Marathon

Will the RVM break records again in 2026?

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

Event Overview

• Distance Options: Marathon, Outway Half Marathon, Westland Insurance 8K, or Island Savings 5K or Thrifty Foods Kids Run.
• Course Highlights: Our beautiful course weaves through the quiet streets with ocean views throughout Victoria and Oak Bay.
• Qualifying Events: Plus we are a Boston qualifier, Abbott World Majors ranking event, a World Athletics World Ranking Competition and more.
• Personal Bests: We see many runners reaching their personal best times on our course.

Event Details

• Race Day: Choose your distance - Marathon, Half Marathon or 8K on Sunday, October 11, starting and finishing in downtown Victoria.
• Kids Run and 5K: 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.
• Time Limit: There will be a course time limit of 6.5 hours for the marathon. There is no early start for any of the distances in 2026.
• GREEN BIB Option: This year we have added a GREEN BIB option. You can register and not receive a RVM garment, but still receive a bib and your medal.

Important Notes

• Event Caps: Events will be capped for 2026. In 2025, the marathon and half marathon both sold out in July.
• Course Rules: There will be no strollers or pets allowed on the course. Nordic poles will only be allowed for mobility-impaired participants.
• No Refunds: 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.
• More Information: Please read more on our website here.

Race Registration

For more details and to register, visit this link.