2027 First Half

Race Overview

First Half entries are limited and are already at sellout capacity.

You may still register if you meet the Competitive Qualifier Times.

Sub 1:15 for Men, 1:25 Women, on the First Half, in the last two years.

Details at firsthalf.ca/elites

Event Details

The First Half is back on Sunday, February 7, 2027!

• Date: February 7, 2027
• Location: 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC
• Participants: Capped at just 2,000 runners
• Course: Stunning out-and-back course

Your Race Kit Includes:

• Exclusive Tee: First Half long-sleeve tech tee for all runners or opt for our green bib (excludes long-sleeve tech tee)
• Gift Card: $25 gift card to Forerunners (min $75 spend)
• Medal: Finisher medal awarded at the Finish Line
• Results: Results, leaderboard, and more!

Additional Information

Limited quantity is available for the bonus tech shirt. Register early to secure yours, or go 'green' to skip the exclusive tech shirt and save on your race registration fees.

The First Half supports Variety – The Children’s Charity to provide help to BC children and their families. To date, runners have raised over $800,000 for charity.

The history of the event dates back to 1988, when the Vancouver International Marathon Society asked Pacific Road Runners to host a Half Marathon as a build-up event to the Vancouver Marathon. The club obliged and built one of Canada’s premier running events.

Health Guidelines

The event will be subject to Provincial Health Orders at the time of the race.

Package Pickup

Package Pickup will be held at Forerunners Main St. from Thursday, February 4 until Saturday February 6 (10:30 am - 6:30 pm) and is not available race day.

Race Series Information

This is the first race in the RUNVAN Race Series. Earn your Grand Slam prize by running all four RUNVAN® events in the same calendar year: the First Half, BMO Vancouver Marathon, Granville Island Turkey Trot, and Great Trek.

Race Registration Policy

Note: Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable per RUNVAN Race Policies.