Edmonton Half Marathon
Edmonton, Canada · Monday 17 August 2026
The Edmonton Half Marathon is one of Western Canada’s premier races, offering a flat, fast, and well-supported course through the heart of Alberta’s capital. The race takes runners through downtown streets, scenic river valley trails, and wide-open parkways, providing a diverse and engaging course. Despite being a big-city race, it has a community-driven feel, with plenty of cheering spectators and enthusiastic volunteers.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
1:46:09
Time difference: +1.1 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain103m
Elevation High687m
Elevation Low653m
Weather Forecast
High23°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Edmonton Half Marathon?
Moderateharder than 46% of half marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Edmonton Half Marathon plays about 3 minutes slower than an average road half marathon for a 1:30 runner. It ranks #245 hardest of 450 half marathons we analyse, and #9 of 20 in Canada. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Edmonton Half Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road half marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Edmonton Half Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30:00 | 1:30:30 | +00:30 |
| 1:45:00 | 1:46:09 | +01:09 |
| 2:00:00 | 2:01:50 | +01:50 |
| 2:15:00 | 2:17:35 | +02:35 |
| 2:30:00 | 2:33:22 | +03:22 |
| 2:45:00 | 2:49:11 | +04:11 |
| 3:00:00 | 3:05:03 | +05:03 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Edmonton Half Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Edmonton Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Edmonton, Canada. It is scheduled for Monday 17 August 2026. The course is run on road surface with 103m of total climbing, with its high point near 687m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Edmonton Half Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 103m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for August, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 23°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Edmonton Half Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Edmonton Half Marathon against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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