Longest Day Road Race & Kid's Mile
Electoral Area A, British Columbia, Canada
May, 2027 (TBD)
1mi, 5k, 10k
Race Information
Celebrate the coming of Summer with an evening 5k/10k or Kids' Mile around UBC Campus followed by the best post-run party in Vancouver - hot food, cold foods, drinks, on-site pub, Kids' Play Area, and great draw prizes. Support the work of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank by taking part in a Vancouver Tradition - the Longest Day Road Race.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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