Time and Date: 8:30 AM Sunday May 10, 2026
Location: Okanagan Lake Park, 86 Lakeshore Drive East, Penticton, BC.
Route details: Starts with a lap around the park and then a couple of good climbs...
Time and Date: 8:30 AM Sunday May 10, 2026
Location: Okanagan Lake Park, 86 Lakeshore Drive East, Penticton, BC.
Route details: Starts with a lap around the park and then a couple of good climbs followed by rolling hills that will lead out on the shoulder of the road to where the KVR intersects Naramata Road. Following the KVR back into town and intersecting with the original course to finish back in the park. Strava Link. This course has been certified by Athletics Canada and is 8 Miles. There are three aid stations.
*** 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.
8 Mile Run
(Link to full size map including Course Certification)
Volunteers: If you are not running the event, we would greatly appreciate your help as a volunteer. Thanks so much for your support!
Volunteer Online Signup
Race Number pickup: 7:00 AM- 8:15 AM
Refreshments, awards, and draw prizes following race. There will also be a draw for a pair of New Balance shoes (courtesy of New Balance) and an entry to the Blackwell Dairy 15K (courtesy of the Interior Running Association). There will also be a draw for three $50 Gift Cards from Play in Kelowna.
Fees - 8 Miler - $38 (19 and up)
$28 (18 and under) (lesser fee will display at the final payment page)
BC Athletics Competitive Member Athletes - $5 less
NO REFUNDS
IMPORTANT: Registration is ONLINE ONLY for the run. Registration closes at 6 PM Saturday May 9, 2026.
When completing your online race registration, please use your proper or legal name only. (no nicknames) This covers the race and yourself for liability insurance.
The Sandman Hotel is offering a discount for those looking for accomodation for the event. Please use code: IRA1983 .
We'd like to thank our sponsors, without whose support, we wouldn't have a race! Peach City Runners, Save On Foods, Jack Kelly Coffee, New Balance, City Centre Fitness, The Bike Barn, KOKM Lawyers, Play and the Interior Running Association!