Where and when is package pick-up?
- Package pick-up will be held at the Sport Chek Women's Store in Chinook Centre (6455 MacLeod Trail SW) on the following dates:
Wednesday May 6 - 4pm - 8pm
Thursday May 7 - 12pm - 8pm
Friday May 8 - 12pm - 8pm
Saturday May 9- 10am - 4pm
** Please note that these dates, times and location are subject to change. Dates, times and location will be confirmed by email to all registered participants two weeks prior to the event date. **
Can I pick up for someone else?
You can send someone else to pick up your package. Please ensure they know your distance and have your bib number and name handy.
Do I have to go to Package Pick-up?
Yes, all participants (or someone on their behalf) must go to Package Pick-up prior to race day in order to collect your race bib. Your race bib is mandatory in order to participate in any distance.
Can I pick up on Race Day?
No Race Day pick-up - If you are unable to make the package pick up times, please contact us at info@runcalgary.com to make alternative arrangements.
Can I get a refund if I can’t participate on race day?
- All registration fees are non-refundable. No refunds, medical comps or deferrals under any circumstances. Selling your race bib, or having another person use your bib in the event is strictly prohibited. This act may seem well intentioned but has many negative implications to the organizers and participants including liability, timing, results, awards and many other factors. If a registrant sells or gives away their race bib to another participant, they will not be allowed to participate in future events.
Can I transfer to another distance?
- This is called a Distance Transfer
- Distance Transfers (upgrade or downgrade) are allowed.
- Distance Transfers can be completed online until April 26, 2026 at 11:59pm MT.
- You can upgrade or downgrade yourself by visiting raceroster.com, logging into your account, going to the dashboard and clicking on 'Transfer’ up until April 26 at 11:59pm MT.
- Distance Transfers on/after April 27, 2026 must be completed in-person at Package Pick-up.
- Distance Transfers can NOT be done on Race Day.
- Transfer Costs are as follows:
- Upgrading: The difference between your original race registration fee and the one you are upgrading to plus GST.
- Downgrading: No charge.
- If the registration fee of the new distance is less than the original registration fee, no refunds will be provided.
- Any products purchased in the original transaction will be preselected during the transfer. The participant will have the option of keeping the same add-on products selected or unselect the products and use the credit to purchase different products.
What is the Green Bib Program?
- Learn more about the Green Bib program here.
When will I receive my discount code from Sport Chek?
- Timing to be confirmed for 2026. Participants will receive offer details via email.
Can I participate virtually in this event?
There is no virtual component for this event.
Where can I find a course map?
Is this a family friendly event?
- Yes, we encourage families to come out and celebrate “Mom” on her special day. You can run the adidas 10 km or walk/run the 5 km together, or bring the kids out for the 1 km Kids Race.
- Kids 5 & Under are FREE. Children participating in the 5 km and/or who will be walking at all on the 5 km course must be registered and sign a waiver. The discount will be applied at check-out.
- Strollers are welcome for the 5 km Run/Walk or adidas 10 km Run.
- There is no minimum age to participate in the 5 km race. All participants in the 5 km race must be registered, with the exception of children that will be in strollers for the entire duration of the race. Please note that children without a 5 km bib will not receive a medal or any amenities at the finish line.
- Young children interested in receiving a swag bag, medal and finish line amenities should sign up for the Kids Race.
- Note the adidas 10 km event has an age minimum of 10 years of age. Kids under 10 are only permitted in the adidas 10 km race if they will be in a stroller for the entire duration of the race.
- Those with strollers will start in the last (purple) corral at the start line. If you are running with your stroller please move to the front of the corral. If you are walking with your stroller please move to the back of the corral.
How does the Kids Race work?
- The Kids Race is for kids 12 years of age and under. All children participating must be registered.
- There will be five wave starts for the kids race starting with oldest to youngest.
- Orange (10-12 yr olds)
- Blue (8-9 yr olds)
- Red (6-7 yr olds)
- Yellow (4-5 yr olds)
- Purple (3 and under)
- The distance your child will run correlates to the age group they are placed in. The oldest age group will run the furthest out-and-back distance (1 km), then the distance will be shortened for each consecutive age group, with the youngest participants running the shortest distance.
- Kids 5 and under are free, but must be registered due to limited capacity.
- Children can run on their own or with one parent/guardian, but parents/guardians do not need to register. For each registration you will receive 2 bibs - one for the child and one for the parent/guardian to run with the child or to retrieve the child from the finishing corral at the end of the race.
Can my child participate in the Kids Race and the 5km Run/Walk?
- Yes!
- For kids that want to participate in both the Kids Race and the 5 km event (not in a stroller), registration for both events is still required; however, kids 5 years of age of younger are free.
- We ask that any kids joining parents/guardians in the 5 km who are not registered (i.e. will be in a stroller for the duration of the event), please refrain from taking a medal and other amenities at the finish line.
Can I run with a stroller?
- Strollers are welcome for the 5 km Run/Walk or adidas 10 km Run.
- There is no minimum age to participate in the 5 km race. All participants in the 5 km race must be registered, with the exception of children that will be in strollers for the entire duration of the race. Please note that children without a 5 km bib will not receive a medal or any amenities at the finish line.
- Young children interested in receiving a swag bag, medal and finish line amenities should sign up for the Kids Race.
- Note the adidas 10 km event has an age minimum of 10 years of age. Kids under 10 are only permitted in the adidas 10 km race if they will be in a stroller for the entire duration of the race.
- Those with strollers will start in the last (purple) corral at the start line. If you are running with your stroller please move to the front of the corral. If you are walking with your stroller please move to the back of the corral.
Is this an accessible event?
- Yes, Run Calgary values accessibility and inclusivity at all of our events. We will do our best to ensure that all participants have a great race experience. If you have any special needs or requests, please contact us at info@runcalgary.com.
Where is the Event?
- All event activities and race start/finish will be at Chinook Centre (6455 Macleod Trail SW), in the east parking lots.
Where can I park?
- Free parking will be available in the south & west lots of Chinook Centre.
When does the race start?
- 7:30 AM - Bag Check Opens
- 9:00 AM - adidas 10 km Race Start
- 9:10 AM - 5 km Run Race Start
- 9:15 AM - 5 km Walk Race Start
- 10:30 AM - Kids Race
- 11:30 AM - Bag Check Closes
** Please note that these times are subject to change.
What time should I arrive at the event on race day?
- Please plan to arrive at least 60 minutes early in order to give yourself time to find parking, check your bags (optional), and get to the start line.
Will there be a bag check at the event?
- Yes, the Bag Check tent will be clearly labelled. It will open at 7:30am and close at 11:30am. Bag Check is an optional & free service that you can use if you wish to leave your bag with us while you run/walk. If you choose to check your bag, we will attach a bag check tag and write your bib number on the tag. Once you are done your race, you can retrieve your bag by showing your bib.
Will there be porta potties at the event site?
- Yes, porta potties will be available close to the start line on event day.
- There will be accessible porta potties at the start/ finish area and inside CF Chinook Centre
Do I need to wear my bib when I walk/run?
- Yes, please ensure that your bib is visible from the front while on course at all times. Course Marshals are instructed to remove anyone on course without a bib.
Can I walk?
- Yes, as long as you are done by 10:45am. The roads will begin to open at 10:45am and if you are still out on course you will be asked to move to the sidewalks for safety and the remainder of the route will be unsupported. Please make sure to start in the last corral (purple) if you plan to walk.
Where will I be running, walking or wheeling?
- This course will consist of a 5 km looped course and a 10 km looped course. The course map can be found HERE.
What are the amenities on course?
- 5 km participants will have access to water and electrolytes at one (1) aid station on course. Adidas 10 km participants will have access to water and electrolytes at two (2) aid stations on course. Water and electrolytes will also be available at the finish line. Other post race amenities will be available at the finish line, but are subject to change.
Can I wear headphones while I run?
We discourage the use of headphones for the safety of the runner and the safety of those around them. If you insist on using headphones, please leave one out or keep the music low enough to be able to hear directions from course marshals, courtesy calls from other participants and horns or other noises to alert you of risk. If a runner puts themselves or others at risk through an unsafe act that the Board of Directors determine was caused directly or indirectly through the use of the items in question, the race directors reserve the right to disqualify the runner.
Can I participate with a bike or scooter?
- No, we don't allow bikes or scooters in the in-person event for safety reasons. Strollers and wagons are welcome, but we ask that if you are bringing either of those devices that you start at the back in the last starting corral.
Can I run with my dog?
- We love four legged friends, but dogs are not allowed on course for the Sport Chek Mother’s Day Walk, Run and Wheel. Please also refrain from bringing your dog to the event space and finish line area as there will be large crowds and it will likely be unsettling for most dogs. Looking for a dog friendly event? Why not register for the Dash of Doom, Calgary’s only evening Halloween event on October 24th. Please contact us at info@runcalgary.com if you have a special need.
Is there prizing for this event?
- Details coming soon!
Where do the funds raised go?
- Donations can be made online to the Calgary Health Foundation - NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) or to Canadian Tire Jumpstart.
- Calgary Health Foundation - NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) funds breakthrough investments to give every newborn a fighting chance. We’re ensuring the one in eight babies born prematurely in our community have access to the best technologies available, and we’re actively addressing Alberta’s higher than average preterm birth rate through applied research. Your participation and support through the Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run Walk and Wheel will support our ongoing Newborns Need campaign which aims to raise over $60 million to transform neonatal care across Southern Alberta.
- Follow these steps to set up your fundraising page on Race Roster.
- Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities is a national charity dedicated to helping kids overcome financial and accessibility barriers to sport and recreation in order to give all children the same chance to participate as their neighbours, their classmates and their friends. With an extensive, national network of more than 1,900 Community Partners and 300 local chapters, Jumpstart helps eligible families cover the costs of registration, transportation, and equipment, and provides funding to organizations for recreational infrastructure and programming. Supported by the Canadian Tire Family of Companies which includes Canadian Tire, Sport Chek, Atmosphere, Sport Experts, Mark's, PartSource and Gas+, Jumpstart has enabled over 1.5 million Canadian kids to get in the game since 2005.
- Looking to fundraise for Jumpstart? Set up your Jumpstart fundraising page HERE. You will get your own donation link, goal, and communications tools to help fundraise for Jumpstart!
- Calgary Health Foundation - NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) funds breakthrough investments to give every newborn a fighting chance. We’re ensuring the one in eight babies born prematurely in our community have access to the best technologies available, and we’re actively addressing Alberta’s higher than average preterm birth rate through applied research. Your participation and support through the Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run Walk and Wheel will support our ongoing Newborns Need campaign which aims to raise over $60 million to transform neonatal care across Southern Alberta.
