Brian Rhodes Memorial 5K

Celebrate Canada Day with purpose at the Brian Rhodes Memorial 5KM Run in beautiful Kelowna, BC 🇨🇦❤️


This community-driven event brings runners, walkers, families, and friends together to honour the life and legacy of Brian Rhodes. Enjoy an inspiring 5km route through one of the Okanagan’s most scenic settings. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or walking in remembrance, this event is about connection, celebration, and community spirit. Join us on July 1st to move, remember, and celebrate Canada Day—one step at a time.

5k description

This flat, fast out and back 5K starts and finishes at City Park, following along Abbott Street. Runners head south with long straight sections and gentle turns before turning around at the 2.5 km mark and racing back to the finish. With minimal elevation change and a straightforward layout, this course is ideal for steady pacing, first time 5K runners, and anyone chasing a personal best.

Kids 1km Description

A fun and friendly 1km run for kids of all ages! The course runs 0.5km out and 0.5km back, making it easy to follow and perfect for little legs. Parents are welcome to run or walk alongside their kids for support and encouragement.

Race Bib Pick Up - Tuesday, June 30th 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Play Stores. (101-1950 Harvey Ave) and Wednesday, July 1st 6:15 am - 7:15 am at City Park (1600 Abbott Street).

5K Start Time - 7:30 am

Kids Fun Run Start Time - 8:15 am

Note: Registration is ONLINE ONLY. Registration closes at 6:00 pm Tuesday, June 30th. There is no day of race registration.

No dogs allowed on the run; you will be disqualified if you take your dog.

If you have a baby jogger, we ask that you start at the back of the group.

Accommodation - The Sandman Hotel is offering a discount for those looking for accommodation for the event. Please us code: IRA1983

Route - Out 2.5 Km & Back 2.5km

Kids Route