2026 Islendingadagurinn-Icelandic Festival of Manitoba Running Races

Race Overview

• Event Date: August 2, 2026
• Location: 107-94 1st Avenue, Gimli, MB
• Registration URL: Register Here
• Hosted By: The Icelandic Festival of Manitoba

This Year's Races

8th Annual 5 Kilometer Race

• Run Start: 8:05 AM, Sunday August 2nd, 2026
• Location: Gimli Pavilion Park, East Side, Corner of Amisk and Fifth Avenue
• Registration Fee: $35-50 (take advantage of early bird pricing)
• Prizes: Awarded for 1st Place Male and Female Finishers

35th Jan's Memorial 1 Mile Fun Run

• Run Start: 8:30 AM, Sunday August 2nd, 2026
• Race Day Registration: 7:55 - 8:25 AM
• Location: Gimli Pavilion Park
• Registration Fee: $3-10 (take advantage of early bird pricing)

58th Annual 10 Mile Road Race

• Run Start: 8:00 AM, Sunday August 2nd, 2026
• Location: Winnipeg Beach to Gimli on Hwy #9
• Registration Fee: $45-65 (take advantage of early bird pricing)
• Accreditation: Accredited by the Manitoba Runners Association (MRA)

Awards

• Age Group Awards: Top Male & Female, First Place Finishers for ages:
• 19 & under
• 20 to 29
• 30 to 39
• 40 to 49
• 50 to 59
• 60 to 69
• 70 plus!

Additional Information

• Virtual Participation: Run and enter times from midnight on July 19th until midnight on August 3rd, 2026 for results to be listed.
• Fun for Everyone: The 1 Mile Fun Run is meant to be a fun and accessible challenge.
• Community Event: Join us for a fun community celebration!
• Facebook Updates: For the most current information, visit our Facebook Page.