Saturday, April 4th, 2026 - 5km and Kids' Race
Course
Come test yourself on a hilly 5k course with a mix of road and trails. The 2026 edition features a brand-new start/finish location and updated course!
The new course will follow the winding path through the park, starting and finishing at the baseball field on the south side of the park. The course features less sidewalk, only going up the steep hill once, no double loop and a change of direction to make the course fresh the whole way!
Kids Race
Schedule
10:15am – Bag Check opens
11am – 5km Race start!
11am – Beer Garden opens
12:30pm – Kids race starts!
1pm – Awards/Prizes in the beer garden
3pm – Beer Garden closes
Prizes
Every participant will receive a unique finishers medal and a chance to win a draw prize in our raffle hosted in our beer garden!
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in male, female and non-binary categories (based on chip time). Athletes must be at award ceremony in the beer garden to receive prize.
New for 2026: First place finishers will receive a cash bonus in addition to their prize!
To compete for the top prizes as an elite runner, check out the Elite section below.
Elite Entry
Runners who qualify under the elite entry requirements will receive a complimentary entry and a chance to compete for the top prizing. Email beerrun@steelandoak.ca to apply!
Elite entry requirements:
Male: Sub 17 mins
Female: Sub 19 mins
Requests for elite runners will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Limited spots available.
Post Run Celebration
Celebrate your hilly run triumph at our licensed beer garden, featuring:
- Beer and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase (first beer included with registration!)
- BBQ food available for purchase
- Other food options available
- Post-race massage by New West Physio (proceeds donated to KidSport)
Race Kit Pickup
Come pick up your race bib with timing chip and swag bag. You’ll also get the chance to pre-order beer tokens and food for the beer garden.
Wednesday April 1st
5pm – 8pm
Steel & Oak Brewery – 1319 Third Ave, New West
Join the weekly S&O Run Club for a pre-race shakeout and pick up your bib at the same time! The 3.5 or 5km shakeout starts at 7pm. $1 discount on a 4-pack to go for this day only when showing your race bib!
Thursday April 2nd
2pm-6pm
Fit First Footwear – 3713 Kensington Ave, Burnaby
What to bring
Picking up for yourself? Please bring ID so we can confirm your picking up the right bib
Picking up for someone else? Please bring a screenshot or print out of their confirmation email.
You will receive your bib and be assigned a number, along with some safety pins and your swag bag.
Event Info - Services
Bag Check
A clearly-signed Bag check will be available at the South Field near our start & finish location. Please bring your own small bag (no large items e.g. bikes, suitcases etc.) with anything you may need for after the race. Please clearly label your bag with your full name and bib number.
We will always have volunteers managing your baggage, however we can’t be responsible for any loss or damage of items. Items are left at your own risk.
Food and Water
At the start/finish line, there will be a water station available. Upon crossing the finish line, you’ll find water and bananas. Kindly bring your own cup or bottle for water refills to help minimize our environmental footprint.
Medical Support
How to get here
Queen’s Park is a busy park! There are always events happening throughout the park on weekends, so please plan accordingly as parking may be limited.
Walk
If you live in the area, we encourage walking to the event! This is the most environmentally friendly way to get to the park and a great way to warm up before the race start.
Transit
SKytrain
Bus
Coming from the Skytrain station?
Hop on the 105 Bus. The route starts at New West Station, stops at Columbia station and then passes right by Queen’s Park. Find the schedule here: 105.
Coming from Quayside?
Hop on the 103 Bus. Starting at Renaissance Square, the bus then follows Quayside drive. Get off at 1st and Agnes St. for a short walk to the start line. Find the schedule here: 103.