The ENDURrun Prelim
6 DAYS - 6 STAGES - 60 KM
Join us for an amazing week, July 13 - 18, 2026
Schedule of Events:
Stage 0 - Sunday July 12 - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. 2 Weberlyn Cres, Conestogo, ON
- 2:00 p.m. Prologue Group run, 2k-5k
- 3:00 p.m. Social/Kit pick up
- 3:30 p.m. Pre-race Meeting
Stage 1 - Monday July 13 - 5:00 p.m. - 10 KM, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON - 2 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=939933
Stage 2 - Tuesday July 14 - 5:00 p.m. - 7.5 KM Time Trial, Riverbluffs Park, 251 George Street, Cambridge, ON - Out and back on this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=939935
Stage 3 - Wednesday July 15 - 5:00 p.m. - 5 Mile Cross Country Run, Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge St W, Waterloo, ON - 3 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=942274
Stage 4 - Thursday July 16 - 5:00 p.m. - 10.4 KM Technical Trail Run, Baden Hills, 2733 Sandhills Rd, Wilmot, ON - 4 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=918834
Stage 5 - Friday July 17 - 5:00 p.m. - 3 KM Track Race, St David Catholic Secondary School, 4 High St, Waterloo, ON - 7.5 laps of the track - 2 or 3 heats, fastest heat first based on cumulative time to this Stage
Stage 6 - Saturday July 18 - 7:30 a.m. - Half Marathon, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave E, Waterloo, ON - 3 loops of this course route https://www.mappedometer.com/?maproute=966264
Are you an ENDURrun Ultimate or Sport Alumni?
Please register and use Promo Code ERALUMNI to receive a $25 discount off the current entry fee.
Are you already registered for The 2026 ENDURrun 160 KM Ultimate or Sport 80 KM?
Please register and use Promo Code ER160KMTOO to receive a $50 discount off the current entry fee.
2026 ENDURrun Ultimate and Sport Registration is open.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Prelim 60 KM Spots remaining: 65
Price changes in 4 months 17 days-
Individual. Price excludes tax.
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Register for Prelim 60 KMCA$220.10Now registering Jul 28 – Dec 26
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CA$247.33Dec 27 – Mar 30
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CA$274.57Mar 31 – Jun 24
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CA$301.79Jun 25 – Jul 13
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Guest Spots remaining: 50
Price changes in 4 months 17 days-
Guest Runner Options: July 13 Stage 1 - 10 KM, July 15 Stage 3 - 5 Miles, July 18 Stage 8 - Half Marathon. Price does not include a t-shirt or medal.
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Register for GuestCA$34.93Now registering Jul 28 – Dec 26
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CA$40.37Dec 27 – Mar 30
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CA$45.82Mar 31 – Jun 24
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CA$51.26Jun 25 – Jul 13
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Registration Acknowledgement
REGISTRATION POLICY:
All entries are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable.
There are no exceptions once a person has registered.
A registration cap for 2026 has been set at 75.
NOTE:
While we do not expect many changes, if any changes at all, all details are subject to change.
Final rules, courses, descriptions and awards will be published by July 1, 2026.
Welcome to your next running challenge!
The Ultimate running challenge will always be The ENDURrun 160 KM More About The Ultimate .
But there are only a select number of athletes who accept that incredible challenge.
You could try The ENDURrun Sport 80 KM More About The Sport
And the best way to prepare for either is The ENDURrun Premlim 60 KM
What is your goal?
The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM will not only be more attainable for more runners, but will also provide a similar experience at a much lesser physical and mental level.
Are you thinking about taking on the challenge of The ENDURrun 160 KM Ultimate or Sport 80 KM? Try The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM first. Similar format, similar course routes.
Are you an ENDURrun veteran and have already registered and are preparing for The ENDURrun 160 KM Ultimate or Sport 80 KM? Try The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM as a tune up.
Have you registered for your first ENDURrun 160 KM Ultimate or Sport 80 KM and want to experience the Stage format and preview some of the race courses? Try The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM.
Can you run almost every day, at least 40-50 KM per week? The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM provides organized and varied opportunities to provide some excitement to your routine.
Do you have Fall goals and would like to attend a running training camp to help boost your fitness level and focus? Try The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM.
Do you feel that you have ‘been there, done that’ with most races? Do you want the next running challenge? Do you want to commit to an event, train and prepare like you’ve never done before, and get into the best shape of your life? Do you want to attain goals that you never thought possible? Then join The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM community, you will not be disappointed!
The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM
Varying and challenging terrain. Attention to detail. Runner's needs. These are what we provide. You provide the training and preparation. Whether your goal is to win or simply to finish, we are here to help you achieve YOUR goal.
No need to carry your own water or supplies. No stopping for beer or jumping over fire. Just for the pure love and joy of running.
The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM is a comprehensive running challenge, testing the disciplines of road racing, cross country and trail running, and track racing. There are flat and hilly courses, multi-loop, and out and back courses. There are mass starts, a time trial and heats. There are evening and morning Stages. A little bit of everything to determine who the best runner is over these varying disciplines and challenges, or to give you the most interesting challenge of your lifetime.
The ENDURrun is brought to you by an experienced race committee with a long history of innovation, attention to detail and quality event organization.
Join us in July 2026 for one amazing week.
Race Package Pickup and Pre-Race Meeting
At the home of the Race Director: 2 Weberlyn Crescent, Conestogo, Ontario
Sunday July 12, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Group prologue run (2-5k) at 2:00 p.m. Kit Pick Up at 3:00p.m. Meeting at 3:30 p.m.
The Pre-Race meeting is not mandatory, but is strongly encouraged for all participants.
If unable to attend the pre-race meeting, kits can be picked up at Stage 1 beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Guests for any Stage can pick up your bib just prior to the race on your race day.
What's included?
- All Participants will receive: An ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM Technical T-Shirt
- All Finishers will receive: Prestigious ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM Finsher's Medal
- Support for all Participants:
- Limited Post Race REFRESHMENTS following each Stage
- FLUID STATIONS (Gatorade, Water) throughout the courses
- COURSES - varied design and terrain, safe, well-marked
- VOLUNTEERS - experienced, trained, friendly, helpful
The ENDURrun Prelim 60 KM - Stages
6 Stages to test your fitness, endurance, will, and yourself.
Week-day evening Stages and week-end morning Stage to better help accommodate your work schedule.
The 2026 Participant Info Booklet includes Stage maps, directions, rules, photos and more. Stay tuned for the Booklet release.
TIME LIMITS:
Stage 1 - 1:20 (8 min/k)
Stage 2 - 1:00 (8 min/k)
Stage 3 - 1:12 (9 min/k)
Stage 4 - 1:55 (11 min/k)
Stage 5 - 0:24 (8 min/k)
Stage 6 - 3:00 (8.5 min/k)
Failure to complete a Stage within the Time Limit will prevent further participation in the event.
Awards
Run Waterloo is a non-profit that couldn't provide racing experiences without partners like these. Thank you!
Event schedule
- Sun, July 12, 2026 2:00 PM - Prologue Group Run, Social/Kit pick up/Pre-race Meeting 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Mon, July 13, 2026 5:00 PM - Stage 1 Start
- Tue, July 14, 2026 5:00 PM - Stage 2 Start (Time Trial, start times vary with participants starting 30 seconds apart)
- Wed, July 15, 2026 5:00 PM - Stage 3 Start
- Thu, July 16, 2026 5:00 PM - Stage 4 Start
- Fri, July 17, 2026 5:00 PM - Stage 5 Start (start times vary, 3 heats, fastest heat first)
- Sat, July 18, 2026 7:30 AM - Stage 6 Start
- Sat, July 18, 2026 11:00 AM - Awards (we strongly encourage you to arrange your travel plans to allow you to attend).
Contact information
- Event contact
- Lloyd Schmidt
- Phone
- +1 226-750-0017
