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Melissa's Road Race

One of Canada’s most historic & popular running events
In beautiful Banff National Park
est. 1979

02/15/2026

Happy Family Day Weekend 🎉

A shout-out to friends and family who show up for each other every step of the way.

Here’s to moving together and sharing the journey.

We cannot wait to host you all in beautiful Banff.

Yet to register? Limited spots remain ⏳️

Saturday, September 26th

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02/13/2026

Bring Your Valentine to Banff!

Enjoy a romantic weekend in the mountains.

Don't have a Valentine?
Many participants have met their Valentine at Melissa's Road Race 💘

A SATURDAY race day! - September 26th, 2026

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02/04/2026

Turn race weekend into a getaway!

Mountain-vibes all weekend long ✨️

Saturday, September 26th

5K, 10K and Half Marathon courses with spectacular views every step of the way!

Spots are limited and filling quickly.

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01/30/2026

"Plan Early & Book Smarter" 🇨🇦

Escape to the Montains for Melissa’s Road Race!

Saturday, September 26th 2026

Spots are filling fast, don't miss out.

5K, 10K and Half Marathon on stunning courses.

Register and Book Now 👇
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01/15/2026

DREAM TRIP WINNER!

Everyone who registered for the 2026 Melissa’s Road Race by the New Year was entered into a draw for an incredible experience in Banff at the Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection.

Drum Roll… 🥁
The winner is Chance Bush!

Chance receives a dream race weekend:

🌟 Accommodation in a Luxury Guest Room
🌟 Dinner and Drinks for Two
🌟 Parking
🌟 Upgrade to VIP
🌟 Race Entry Beverages at Banff Ave Brewing Company in downtown Banff

Value: $2000+

The newly renovated Rimrock Banff will reopen this summer and become the first hotel in North America to feature the luxury brand Emblems Collection.

More draws coming soon!

We hope to see you in September. The event is filling quickly and is on track for a very early sell out.

www.melissasroadrace.ca 🇨🇦

Saturday, September 26th 2026

01/12/2026

Run where every view looks like a postcard 📸

Saturday, September 26th, 2026

Choose from stunning 5K, 10K and Half Marathon routes 😍

www.melissasroadrace.ca 🇨🇦

12/31/2025

WIN A DREAM TRIP!

Early-Bird Ends TONIGHT at Midnight MST.

Only hours left to SAVE and Confirm Your Spot ⏳️

All race registrants as of December 31st will be entered in to a draw for an incredible experience in Banff at the Rimrock Banff, Emblems Collection.

The winner will receive on race weekend:

🌟 Accommodation in a Luxury Guest Room
🌟 Dinner and Drinks for Two
🌟 Parking
🌟 Upgrade to VIP
🌟 Race Entry Beverages at Banff Ave Brewing Company in downtown Banff

Value: $2000+

The newly renovated Rimrock Banff will reopen this summer and become the first hotel in North America to feature the luxury brand Emblems Collection.

Register NOW for the race to make sure your name goes in the draw!

www.melissasroadrace.ca 🇨🇦

Saturday, September 26th 2026

12/30/2025

EARLY BIRD PRICES END TOMORROW!

OVER 70% SOLD 💥

We hope you are having a great holiday season. And if you are like us, we have started setting our motivational goals for 2026. We wanted to send you an invitation to join us in beautiful Banff National Park next September for all of the fun, beauty and festival spirt of Melissa's Road Race.

Need any more reasons? Here are a few...

- Early Bird low prices end tomorrow night at midnight (December 31st)

- Everyone registered will be entered into a draw to stay at the incredible Rim Rock Resort in Banff

- Running events are hot! We are expecting to sell out very early this year. Confirm your spot!

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Saturday, September 26th 2026

12/29/2025

Prices Rise at Midnight MST on December 31st ⏳️

Secure Your Spot!

The Tradition Continues - Melissa’s Road Race is one of Canada’s most historic and popular running events. Melissa’s features a 5k, 10k and Half Marathon on sensationally scenic routes in and around Banff National Park and routinely sells out. Since 1979, Melissa’s has been described as a colourful display of sport and fun in Banff National Park - famous for its entertainment along the course, contagious spirit, post-run party and long-sleeved commemorative running shirt featuring local art. Melissa’s has received multiple awards as Alberta’s Best Road Race and is a longstanding tradition in Banff.

Features include:
- Choose from beautiful 5K, 10K and Half Marathon Course
- A great day of fun with friends and family!
- Saturday Race - Enjoy Banff after your run - Famous Long Sleeved Technical Shirts
- Live Music before the race, on course, and after your run
- Post race beverage and snacks included in entry
- Amazing Cheer Stations along the route
- Post Race Festival and Beer Gardens

And everything else that beautiful Banff National Park has to offer.

Set Your Run Goal and Save Your Spot for 2026!

SATURDAY September 26th

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12/28/2025

Set Your 2026 Goals NOW!

Prices Rise December 31st at midnight MST

The spots are filling quickly, don't miss out.

SATURDAY, September 26th 2026

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12/26/2025

🌟 2026 GOALS 🌟

Heads Up! ... Low Early-Bird Prices rise at Midnight on December 31st ⏳️

There has been an incredible flood of registrations for the 2026 Melissa's Road Race! Participants are stoked for 2026 run goals.

We are anticipating a very early sell-out this year so confirm your spot NOW!

Thousands were turned away for the 2025 event so please confirm your spot now to enjoy the festivities in 2026. This is one of the most fun and beautiful running festivals on the planet! From incredible views, to enjoying live music acts, pre and post race activities, the famous long sleeve commemorative shirt, post race beer gardens, and everything beautiful Banff has to offer.

An early sell-out is expected so start setting your 2026 fitness goals now!

Saturday, September 26th, 2026 🇨🇦

www.melissasroadrace.ca

12/23/2025

Merry Christmas Prizes!

Everyone that completed the participant survey from the 2025 Melissa’s Road Race was entered into a draw for some great prizes.
We received over 800 surveys – amazing! We will use these to keep improving the event, and keep doing what you love.

Here are your winners…

Trip to Banff: Accommodation at a Banff Lodging Company property and dinner for 2!
Winner: Julie Olsen

Sports Gear: $50 Gift Certificate to Strides Running in Calgary
Winner: Cara Hunter

Congratulations and Happy Holidays!

We hope to see everyone back in 2026 - Early-Bird Low Prices end next week!

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