Harriers Pioneer 8K
- Date Sun 11th January 2026
- Location Saanichton, BC
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and community at the 2026 Harriers Pioneer 8K, taking place on Sunday, January 11th, 2026, in the beautiful Central Saanich, Capital. This exciting event welcomes everyone from beginners to seasoned Olympians, making it perfect for walkers, runners, and participants of all ages. The race will kick off and conclude at the Saanich Fairgrounds, featuring a course designed to be both accessible and enjoyable, with a similar difficulty level and elevation profile to previous years.
Join us for the 46th annual celebration of this beloved series, and don’t miss the series kickoff event on Friday, January 9th, at Frontrunners Footwear, where you can enjoy refreshments, entertainment, and pick up your season pass, along with race bibs for registered participants. With prize money available for high-performing athletes and a vibrant atmosphere, the Harriers Pioneer 8K promises to be a memorable experience. Make sure to mark your calendars and be part of this thrilling event that showcases the spirit of running and camaraderie in the heart of Central Saanich!
Join us for the 46th annual celebration of this beloved series, and don’t miss the series kickoff event on Friday, January 9th, at Frontrunners Footwear, where you can enjoy refreshments, entertainment, and pick up your season pass, along with race bibs for registered participants. With prize money available for high-performing athletes and a vibrant atmosphere, the Harriers Pioneer 8K promises to be a memorable experience. Make sure to mark your calendars and be part of this thrilling event that showcases the spirit of running and camaraderie in the heart of Central Saanich!
Organiser's Description
2026 Harriers Pioneer 8K
For beginners to Olympians and everyone in between, walkers to runners and all ages.Enjoy the 46th annual Harriers Pioneer 8K back at its original home in Saanichton, starting and ending at the Saanich Fairgrounds.The course is not the original; however, the course difficulty (or easiness), and elevation profile will be very similar. Visit the series' website at www.islandseries.org for race schedules, deep race results, and discover more about Run Van Isle and the history of the series.IMPORTANT: Come to the Series kickoff event on Friday, January 9th, at Frontrunners Footwear at Yates and Vancouver Streets. Enjoy beverages, food, entertainment, and pick up your season pass.
Also, Harriers Pioneer 8K race bib pick up is available at the event for those who have registered for the Pioneer 8K.Learn all about series scoring for individual and team competitions here.
Registration fee includes admin fee, but not 5% GST.No pets are permitted to accompany a participant. Only registered guide dogs are permitted. All visually impaired participants accompanied by an assisting runner or guide dog must start at the back of the field.The use of headphones of any sort are discouraged. While not banned, a participant can be disqualified for impeding another athlete, operations, or emergency services.HIGH PERFORMING ATHLETES – This race has prize money and offers complimentary entries to applicants who meet or are near set performance standards. Details on the club's Pioneer 8K page.
For beginners to Olympians and everyone in between, walkers to runners and all ages.Enjoy the 46th annual Harriers Pioneer 8K back at its original home in Saanichton, starting and ending at the Saanich Fairgrounds.The course is not the original; however, the course difficulty (or easiness), and elevation profile will be very similar. Visit the series' website at www.islandseries.org for race schedules, deep race results, and discover more about Run Van Isle and the history of the series.IMPORTANT: Come to the Series kickoff event on Friday, January 9th, at Frontrunners Footwear at Yates and Vancouver Streets. Enjoy beverages, food, entertainment, and pick up your season pass.
Also, Harriers Pioneer 8K race bib pick up is available at the event for those who have registered for the Pioneer 8K.Learn all about series scoring for individual and team competitions here.
Registration fee includes admin fee, but not 5% GST.No pets are permitted to accompany a participant. Only registered guide dogs are permitted. All visually impaired participants accompanied by an assisting runner or guide dog must start at the back of the field.The use of headphones of any sort are discouraged. While not banned, a participant can be disqualified for impeding another athlete, operations, or emergency services.HIGH PERFORMING ATHLETES – This race has prize money and offers complimentary entries to applicants who meet or are near set performance standards. Details on the club's Pioneer 8K page.
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Saanich Fairgrounds, Stellys Cross Road, Saanichton, BC, Canada
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