Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon 2026
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Location Pelee Island, ON
- Price $312.32
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the twelfth annual Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon on Saturday, May 30, 2026! Nestled in the picturesque Pelee, Essex, this unique race is celebrated as Canada’s southernmost half marathon, drawing runners from near and far to the stunning landscapes of Pelee Island. Limited to just 400 participants, the event offers a scenic course that meanders around the island, featuring a blend of pavement, gravel, and tar and chip surfaces, all expertly marked and managed.
Runners can look forward to a fantastic race day, complete with well-placed aid stations and the chance to unwind with friends and family at the post-race Wine Tasting After-Run Party at the renowned Pelee Island Winery. Each participant will receive a wine-inspired long sleeve hoodie, an award-winning medal adorned with the winery's label artwork, and a bib to commemorate their achievement. With a limited number of tickets available for a sumptuous post-race luncheon, it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate your accomplishment amidst the beauty of Pelee Island. Don’t miss out on this exciting event—secure your spot today, as registration fills up quickly!
Runners can look forward to a fantastic race day, complete with well-placed aid stations and the chance to unwind with friends and family at the post-race Wine Tasting After-Run Party at the renowned Pelee Island Winery. Each participant will receive a wine-inspired long sleeve hoodie, an award-winning medal adorned with the winery's label artwork, and a bib to commemorate their achievement. With a limited number of tickets available for a sumptuous post-race luncheon, it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate your accomplishment amidst the beauty of Pelee Island. Don’t miss out on this exciting event—secure your spot today, as registration fills up quickly!
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Welcome to the twelfth running of the Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon. Canada’s most Southern Half-Marathon takes place on a remote Lake Erie Island, ending at Pelee Island Winery.
This very exclusive event is limited to approximately 400 participants, who will enjoy the beauty of running around this pristine island, with Aid Stations and Port-A-John approximately every 2km. The course is very well marked and managed, as well as timed, surfaced with a mixture of pavement, gravel, and tar and chip.
Registration includes a Wine-inspired Recovery Shirt Long Sleeve Hoodie, an award-winning medal, bib, and a ticket to the best After-Run Party in running with Wine Tasting.
For more pictures and feedback about the event go to our FACEBOOK page.
COVID has left the island with a significantly reduced inventory of rental cottages, BnBs, beds, and even camping spots. So now have an early boat leaving the Leamington mainland at 7:00 am the day of the race, so you can make the race! Special thanks to the Owen Sound Transportation company for their help and cooperation.
THE PELEE ISLAND WINERY HALF MARATHON TRADITION IS THAT THE SHIRT AND MEDAL ALWAYS HAVE THE ARTWORK OF THE LABEL OF A PELEE ISLAND WINERY WINE.
Bring your, friends, and family, to stay the night and enjoy the run in the morning. The night before there will be plenty of dinners and parties going on around the Island, of which you will be notified. You can also buy extra tickets for your guests to join you at the Winery for an extravagant luncheon starting between noon and 1 pm. Adults are $65 and Kids under 11 years of age are $55 each + applicable taxes & fees.THESE TICKETS ARE LIMITED SO BUY NOW, DO NOT WAIT, LUNCHEON TICKETS SELL OUT WHEN THE RACE SELLS OUT.Pelee Island Winery has a NO REFUND policy.
PLEASE NOTE THE RACE IN 2026 IS ON A SATURDAY. REGISTRATION IS IN CANADIAN FUNDS. SO A FAVOURABLE EXCHANGE RATE, FOR OUR U.S. PARTICIPANTS. THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 440 RUNNERS ALLOWED IN THE RACE. SO BOOK NOW AS THE RACE SELLS OUT FAST!THERE IS A NO REFUND POLICY
Welcome to the twelfth running of the Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon. Canada’s most Southern Half-Marathon takes place on a remote Lake Erie Island, ending at Pelee Island Winery.
This very exclusive event is limited to approximately 400 participants, who will enjoy the beauty of running around this pristine island, with Aid Stations and Port-A-John approximately every 2km. The course is very well marked and managed, as well as timed, surfaced with a mixture of pavement, gravel, and tar and chip.
Registration includes a Wine-inspired Recovery Shirt Long Sleeve Hoodie, an award-winning medal, bib, and a ticket to the best After-Run Party in running with Wine Tasting.
For more pictures and feedback about the event go to our FACEBOOK page.
COVID has left the island with a significantly reduced inventory of rental cottages, BnBs, beds, and even camping spots. So now have an early boat leaving the Leamington mainland at 7:00 am the day of the race, so you can make the race! Special thanks to the Owen Sound Transportation company for their help and cooperation.
THE PELEE ISLAND WINERY HALF MARATHON TRADITION IS THAT THE SHIRT AND MEDAL ALWAYS HAVE THE ARTWORK OF THE LABEL OF A PELEE ISLAND WINERY WINE.
Bring your, friends, and family, to stay the night and enjoy the run in the morning. The night before there will be plenty of dinners and parties going on around the Island, of which you will be notified. You can also buy extra tickets for your guests to join you at the Winery for an extravagant luncheon starting between noon and 1 pm. Adults are $65 and Kids under 11 years of age are $55 each + applicable taxes & fees.THESE TICKETS ARE LIMITED SO BUY NOW, DO NOT WAIT, LUNCHEON TICKETS SELL OUT WHEN THE RACE SELLS OUT.Pelee Island Winery has a NO REFUND policy.
PLEASE NOTE THE RACE IN 2026 IS ON A SATURDAY. REGISTRATION IS IN CANADIAN FUNDS. SO A FAVOURABLE EXCHANGE RATE, FOR OUR U.S. PARTICIPANTS. THERE ARE APPROXIMATELY 440 RUNNERS ALLOWED IN THE RACE. SO BOOK NOW AS THE RACE SELLS OUT FAST!THERE IS A NO REFUND POLICY
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Pelee Island Winery Half Marathon
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