Discover Wetaskiwin – An Experience Like No Other
Join us to run, walk, or soar in a unique and inspiring environment. Elevate your spirit and push your limits on a flat, smooth, and wide course designed for comfort, safety, and breathtaking views. Set your pace and let yourself soar!
This exceptional event allows participants to run on an actual runway, offering a rare opportunity to connect with the vibrant community of Wetaskiwin.
Event Highlights
- 5th Annual "Running of the Runway": This year, experience the course in reverse for a fresh perspective!
- Support a Great Cause: A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Wetaskiwin Health Foundation.
- Flat and Fast Course: Perfect for setting personal bests or simply enjoying a smooth, exhilarating run.
- Community Partners: This event is made possible by the City of Wetaskiwin, Reynolds-Alberta Museum, and the Wetaskiwin Flying Club.
Event Details
- 5K Run: Includes exclusive swag for all participants.
- Kids' Run: Free with adult registration.
- Convenient Race Day Package Pickup: Simplifying your race-day experience.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to be part of a one-of-a-kind event!
Run through the History of Alberta
Run through the history of industry
Run through the history of Canadian Aviation
Two race distances, 5km and 500m kids run. (Race distances are slightly longer but have been measured with two separate GPS. Accuracy is Measured to within .2km.
No other race in Western Canada provides the opportunity to take flight both on your feet and in a real aircraft.
5 KM race route
The course features a surface composition of approximately 70% paved and 30% packed gravel, offering a fast and scenic route that is a pleasure to run.
- 500 m Kids' Run: Fully paved and free with the registration of an adult participant in another distance.
Enjoy a well-designed course tailored for runners of all ages and skill levels!
This event is proudly organized by a dedicated team of 100% volunteers, with all proceeds supporting the Wetaskiwin Health Foundation. Our goal is to ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone involved, including participants and volunteers.
Please note, this is an all-weather event. In exceptional circumstances, entry deferrals may be considered.
We are excited to welcome you and look forward to making it a fantastic day for all!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Kids run Closed
Kids run Free for the children of participants
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Free
Free with Registration in 5k
Jan 21 - May 16
Kids run, no adult participation Closed
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CA$12.00Jan 21 - May 16
5 km Closed
See both the runway and the beautiful tour road of the Reynolds Museum
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day of entry
Jan 21 - May 16
Event schedule
- Fri, May 16, 2025 11:50 AM - All participants must clear the runway
- Sat, May 17, 2025 9:00 AM - Coffee Starts!
- Sat, May 17, 2025 10:00 AM - Runway Closes
- Sat, May 17, 2025 10:30 AM - Kids Race Start
- Sat, May 17, 2025 11:00 AM - 5 k Start
- Sat, May 17, 2025 12:00 PM - Runway Opens
- Sat, May 17, 2025 12:00 PM - Food trucks
Contact information
- Event contact
- Eric S
- schletze@hotmail.com
