Dream Nation Apparel Vancouver Island 24 Hour

Dream Nation Apparel Vancouver Island 24 hr takes place on Sept 19, 2026 starting at 9am and features a 3 hr, 6 hr, 12 hr and 24 hr event. There is a limited number of registrations available for each event. You can also do the 3hr, 6hr, 12hr or 24hr event as a team of 2-10 people. The goal is for you (or your team) to go as far as possible in the chosen duration of time. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome.CAPACITY LIMIT: maximum 50 participants in total from all event categories are able to be on the track at a time. 2026 ACU 100km Canadian National Championship: Once again, we were awarded the ACU 100km Canadian National Championship. The 100km event is open to ACU Members only. The 3,6,12, and 24 hour events are open to everyone of all levels, regardless of ACU member status.In 2024, we received our IAU and ACU labels for the first time. Two Canadian women's age group records were broken at our event by Catrin Jones in 2024 and were recently ratified by the ACU. In 2025 we saw our biggest turnout since inception. We also hosted the ACU 100km Canadian National Championship. Three Canadian age group records were broken. Danny Keyes got a New M60 6 Hour record of 70.000km, breaking a record that previously stood since 2007. Catrin Jones broke her own age group records from the previous year in the 6 hour and 100km.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery in Duncan and challenge yourself against the clock.Dream Nation Apparel Vancouver Island 24 hr run benefits the Victoria Hospitals Foundation. The Victoria Hospitals Foundation (VHF) works in partnership with Island Health to enable donations to every area of care at Royal Jubilee, Victoria General, and Gorge Road hospitals. As Island Health’s charitable partner, we raise donations for medical equipment, special projects, education, and research. VHF donors fund an incredible 40% of the equipment in Victoria General and Royal Jubilee hospitals. The live event takes place at the Cowichan Sportsplex in Duncan, BC.It also features a virtual event capped at 100 participants. The virtual event must be completed during the month of Sept 2026. More details on parking, hotels, swag, draw prizes and sponsors will be provided closer to event date.CASH PRIZES ARE AS FOLLOWS:$500- top fundraiser (must raise over $5,000 to qualify for the prize)$250- top promoter (must refer at least 10 people to qualify for the prize)Additional cash prizes and performance incentives may be added as event revenues allow.ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE SWAG FROM DREAM NATION APPAREL including the virtual run participantsSome food and refreshments will be provided to participants and participants are also encouraged to bring their own if they have special requirements. There will be room for participants to set up tents and additional aid stations/tables on the infield.No refunds for registrations. If this event is canceled due to circumstances beyond our control, the funds received from registration will be donated to the Victoria Hospitals Foundation. If you fail to show up to the event, no refunds will be offered.You also have the option to opt into the Race Roster Enhanced Refund Protection Program for a small fee with your registration (it is insurance offered through Race Roster).SPONSORS: