Bumrun Calgary 2026
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Location Calgary, AB
- Price $12.82 - $55.76
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Bumrun Calgary 2026 on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Calgary, Alberta! This uplifting event is not only a chance to get active but also a vital opportunity to raise awareness for colon cancer screening and prevention, a cause that affects 1 in 16 Canadians. Celebrate life by participating in the 5K walk/run, where your efforts will contribute to vital research and support programs.
The day kicks off with the Little Bums event for children aged 12 and under, featuring a fun 500M run starting at 8:40 AM. Then, at 9:00 AM, lace up your sneakers for the main 5K event! Participants will enjoy a range of perks, including Bumrun swag, a finisher medal, and delicious post-race snacks. Whether you’re running in person or opting for the virtual 5K from anywhere in Canada, this event promises to be a heartwarming and impactful experience. Get ready to make a difference and help us fight colon cancer—get ahead of your behind and sign up today!
The day kicks off with the Little Bums event for children aged 12 and under, featuring a fun 500M run starting at 8:40 AM. Then, at 9:00 AM, lace up your sneakers for the main 5K event! Participants will enjoy a range of perks, including Bumrun swag, a finisher medal, and delicious post-race snacks. Whether you’re running in person or opting for the virtual 5K from anywhere in Canada, this event promises to be a heartwarming and impactful experience. Get ready to make a difference and help us fight colon cancer—get ahead of your behind and sign up today!
Organiser's Description
Who are we?Bumrun is a charity that raises awareness of colon cancer screening and prevention.For 15 years, we have organized 5K walk/run events and raised more than $1.8 million net for various colon cancer charity organizations.Our funds go toward colon cancer research, enhancing patient support programs for families living with colon cancer, and raising awareness of colon cancer screening and prevention.Canada has one of the highest colon cancer rates in the world, affecting 1 in 16 Canadians. But 90% of deaths could be prevented with screening, so get ahead of your behind and join us this Bumrun!2026 Calgary Bum RouteFor an interactive map click here.What does registration include?Registration includes:Bumrun SwagFinisher MedalPersonalized fundraising pagePost race snacks What is Little Bums? Little Bums is a live event run for children ages 12 and under. Little Bums is 500M and begins 20 minutes before the live event 5K.Little Bums registration is $10.00, and you can register your child by clicking the REGISTER button on this page.Registration includes:Finisher MedalPersonalized fundraising pagePost race snacksPlease note there is no race kit offered for Little Bums.Is there a virtual 5K option?Yes! You can register for the virtual Bumrun from anywhere in Canada here.Please note that we are unable to transfer registration between events, so you will not be able to change from live to virtual or vice versa once you have signed up.Registration includes:Race Completion Digital Certificate Personalized fundraising pageThe virtual Bumrun does not include a race kit or a Finishers Medal.How do teams work?Teams are a fun way to fundraise with your family and friends! During registration, you can either create or join a team in the "Team" section of the registration page. If you have any difficulty, please click here for more info.Please note that teams are specific to each city event, so you are unfortunately unable to join a team with registrants in the virtual, Toronto, Halifax, or Vancouver races.Race package pick up: TBDRace Day Times: Our team will be ready to receive you as of 8:00 AM.Race start times are as follows:
8:40 AM for the Little Bums 500M run
9:00 AM for the 5K run/walkWe request walkers line up at the back and only fast runners (20 minutes or less) line up at the front, with the remainder of the runners falling in between. We will have volunteers helping out with this process.Baggage Check: We will have baggage check for you to store your items during the race. Your bib will have a tear off bag tag for you to connect to your item, and your bib will be needed to retrieve your bags post-race. Please note that baggage check is open air.First Aid: There will be a medic at the event site.Awards: We will start presenting the overall awards for the 5K at 9:40 AM at the Awards Tent.Results: Live results will be available here.Post-Race: Post-race refreshments will be provided for all participants and volunteers. We look forward to seeing you on race day!
8:40 AM for the Little Bums 500M run
9:00 AM for the 5K run/walkWe request walkers line up at the back and only fast runners (20 minutes or less) line up at the front, with the remainder of the runners falling in between. We will have volunteers helping out with this process.Baggage Check: We will have baggage check for you to store your items during the race. Your bib will have a tear off bag tag for you to connect to your item, and your bib will be needed to retrieve your bags post-race. Please note that baggage check is open air.First Aid: There will be a medic at the event site.Awards: We will start presenting the overall awards for the 5K at 9:40 AM at the Awards Tent.Results: Live results will be available here.Post-Race: Post-race refreshments will be provided for all participants and volunteers. We look forward to seeing you on race day!
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Bumrun Calgary 2026